Antique Georgian Mourning Memorial Ring 18k Gold Black Enamel 1829 (6858)

  

18k gold and black enamel. Made London, United Kingdom, 1829. Measurements: Weight is 6.7 grams. Size is slightly under a US size 7.

Description : Very richly worked mourning ring. Band with double borders on either side: a thin plain gold outer border with scalloped / crimped edge and a cylindrical, wider inner border, beautifully worked in repousse flowers and scrolls.

A recessed band of black enamel in the center with gold lettering IN MEMORY OF with a small asterisk or flower. The recessing of the enamel has protected it from excessive wear or damage, which is a clever design feature as well as adding to the subtle attraction of the ring. This is a particularly beautiful example of mourning jewelry. Marks and Metal: Inscribed inside the band with the name of the deceased (appears to be) Mrs Sarah Dibmore Obt 18 Feb 1830 Aet 45 (age).

There follows a very full set of London Hallmarks. Maker is TR or TD, monarch's head facing right, Crown (for the gold standard of 18), 18 - again for the gold standard, leopard's head (for London) and date leatter O for 1829. Condition: Good with very minor wear commensurate with age. Please see enlarged pictures and don't hesitate to ask questions which we will do our best to answer.

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These charges are the buyers responsibility. The item "Antique Georgian Mourning Memorial Ring 18k Gold Black Enamel 1829 (6858)" is in sale since Thursday, May 21, 2020.

This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Fine\Georgian, Pre-1837". The seller is "brendaginsberg" and is located in Boca Raton, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Brand: Georgian Memorial Ring
2. Metal: Yellow Gold
3. Metal Purity: 18k
4. Material: Enamel
5. Origin: London, United Kingdom