Black Enamel and 18 ct Yellow Gold Sepia Mourning Ring - Antique Circa 1780. This stunning fine and impressive antique Georgian mourning ring has been crafted in 18 ct yellow gold. The oval anterior face of the ring is embellished with a sepia panel depicting an urn under a weeping willow. The posterior surface of the ring is embellished with the contemporary engraved inscription "E Jopling, Ol 30 Augt, 1780, Oe 49".
The tapering shoulders meld with the sepia setting and meld to a plain ring shank, ornamented to the anterior with impressive black enamel and gold foliate designs. This Georgian mourning ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 ct gold. This stunning sepia ring is the finest example of its type you could hope to acquire. NOTE: A weeping willow is symbolic of mourning, sorrow and grief.
Typically, they are depicted draped over urns, weeping figures, tombs and other such categorised items. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone. This stunning antique Georgian ring is exceptional quality.
The ring is an exceptional gauge of gold and is in exceptional condition with a clear hand engraved inscription to the posterior. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of mourning jewellery/estate jewelry. Length of setting 2.06cm/0.81. Width of setting 1.49cm/0.58.Height of setting 3.98mm/0.16. The ring size may not be adjusted due to the style of the ring. Andrew Campbell founder and owner of AC Silver has been dealing in antique diamond & gemstone jewellery and antique sterling silver since 1977. In addition to his high quality Newcastle-based shop, Andrew has developed what is now an established and internationally recognised online store. All orders placed before 2pm GMT are dispatched the same day.
Company Name: AC Silver Unlimited. This item is in the category "Jewellery & Watches\Fine Jewellery\Rings". The seller is "acsilver925" and is located in this country: GB.This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, New Zealand.