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This fabulous 18ct Gold antique Mourning ring is Georgian Circa 1800.
Due to its age, Georgian jewellery is quite rare, with some pieces almost three hundred years old. From 1714 until 1837 four King Georges and a short-lived William gave rise to this extended period, spanning many fashions that are reflected in these stunning pieces of Georgian jewellery.
The face of the ring features a glass window displaying beautiful plaited hair underneath.
Mourning jewellery mirrored the lives and times of the people who wore it. It was a souvenir to remember a loved one or a reminder to the living of the inevitability of death.
The ring is set in 18ct Yellow Gold and decorated in beautiful black Enamel artistry on each shoulder.
This is a rare antique find and steeped in Georgian history!
Weighs 3.9 grams.
Measures L in the UK or 5 ¾ USA - Can be sized, we offer this service for free, it takes approximately one week.
The face of this ring measures 11mm across x 13mm down.
Stands 2mm off the finger.
Excellent condition.
ITEM NUMBER - 8242
