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annulet

A flat band that encircles the capital of a Doric column several times. Also a flat molding which is common to parts of columns, particularly in the bases and capitals.

In heraldry, an annulet is the representation of a ring on an escurcheon. It was originally meant to b the symbol of nobility, and was sometimes used to indicate the fifth son.



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