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Book Your AppointmentA wonderful 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold 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 that was made in London in 1810. It has been set with a sardonyx carved through the white part to represent a ‘Forget me not” flower. Around it is a laurel wreath in black enamelA pigmented glass-like material used in powdered form and fused onto the metal surface of a piece of jewellery.. The shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. have been enamelled with scrolls and lines around the shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger.. On the reverse is a glazed locket with a lock of hair within. The reverse has been engraved “Thomas Waite Marson ob,28 may 1830 aet (aged) 64” A gentleman of some standing. I have looked up his will which was extensive but hard to decipher!
This ring cannot be resized.
The best of its type!
Assayed in 1810 George 111 head
Maker's mark WK
We offer one free complimentary sizing for each ring purchase.
Ring sizing adds 2-3 working days to the delivery estimate.
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Ring sizing adds 2-3 working days to the delivery estimate
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