A remarkable survivor from the 18th century, this mourning ring speaks quietly of love, loss, and remembrance from over 250 years ago. Crafted in 18 carat gold, it would once have featured a fully engraved and enamelled band bearing the name and details of the deceased. Time has softened its story, most of the inscriptions are now lost, but the name John and his age at death, 55, remain legible, carrying forward a fragment of his memory.

At its heart lies a hexagonal Stuart crystal compartment, a style first popularised in the late 17th century and treasured well into the Georgian period. Beneath the faceted crystal lies a now unidentifiable remnant of the original memorial contents. Perhaps a lock of hair, woven silk, or a painted memento; its form blurred by the passage of centuries but still a powerful link to the past.

The wearing away of the engraved band and the softened crystal compartment surface are hallmarks of genuine age and use, telling us this ring was once cherished daily by someone grieving a loved one. Today, it stands as an evocative piece of history part jewel, part memorial, and wholly unique.

A rare opportunity to own an authentic piece of mourning jewellery from the 1700's; an object that connects us not only to a single life remembered, but to the broader human experience of love and loss through time.

DETAILS

ERA: Georgian Era  - Circa 1750

MEASUREMENTS :

Ring size: R 1/2 (UK/AU) 9 (US)

WEIGHT: 3.1 grams approximately 

MATERIAL/HALLMARK: unhallmarked 18 gold minimum 

Condition: This has a fair amount of wear meaning the enamel has been lost as well as the engraving. However the locket crystal top is in good antique condition. 


Please note the antique box is for display only



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> All of the jewels we work with are antique or vintage and as such they are sold ‘as seen. This means theyre not perfect. They carry the love and journey of generations who love them before. These jewels should be worn with extra and love and care.