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Find Out MoreA really good example of a 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. It is 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold and in excellent condition. It reads, “In memory of” around the shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. in black enamelA pigmented glass-like material used in powdered form and fused onto the metal surface of a piece of jewellery. and is engraved with the name and date of the person commemorated inside the shank – “James Barry Obt (died) 4 nov 1847 Ae ( aged) 60.”
Maker's mark JL; assayed in London 1847
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