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Find Out MoreA lovely GeorgianJewellery made in the Georgian era (1714-1830). mourningRings made especially to mark the death of a loved one. Often called 'memento mori' rings. Rare examples survive intact and are highly collectable. ring with a typical simple plain shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger.. The top is a finely executed miniature of an obelisk monument with a weeping willow tree curved over it. This has all been done with hair. Around the miniature are small naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments. split pearls. Pearls were often used in mourning jewellery, and are said to represent the tears of the mourning loved ones of the deceased. I am always amazed at the detail in these early rings. They must have had very good eyesight and patience! On the reverse is engraved “R Birt Ob (died) 23 may 1773”
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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