Feb 13, 2012
Thumb ring, agate, made in India or Pakistan c. late 17th or early 18th century.
“Thumb rings of this shape were originally used in archery as a way of  releasing the bowstring accurately without injuring the hand.”

Thumb ring, agate, made in India or Pakistan c. late 17th or early 18th century.

“Thumb rings of this shape were originally used in archery as a way of releasing the bowstring accurately without injuring the hand.”

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