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Find Out MoreAn 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) yellow gold and enamelA pigmented glass-like material used in powdered form and fused onto the metal surface of a piece of jewellery. 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 dated 1835. The scrollwork shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. is enamelled in black, “In memory of”. The ring is mounted with a woven lock of hair behind a glazed compartment. It is in excellent condition.
Assayed in London 1835 18 (for 18ct gold)
Engraved underneath the top section Humphrey Abaldeston Ob (died) 20 sept 1835 Ae (aged) 90
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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