This exquisite ring features a mourning scene depicting a lady in a long flowing dress wrapping a garland around an urn on a plinth, standing underneath a willow tree's hanging branches. The scene is painted onto a white plaque, most likely ivory, which is set under a colourless crystal panel within a rectangular-shaped head. The highly detailed head joins to broad shoulders, which leads to a slim, rosy band.
The back of the head reads Eliza Meadows ob: 21. Aug 1789 Age: 67.
This ring, circa 1780's, has a small chip to one of the corners of the crystal panel and signs of wear. However, the ring is still in good condition with usual marks commensurate with age.
Please find the Expert Report, (see the end image in the gallery) for more detailed information.
Size: N (US 6¾, EU 53.8)
Please note, due to the ornate nature and age of this ring, it is not included in our Complimentary Resizing Service.
The Details
Era: Georgian
Size: N
Metal: Tests as 9ct Rose Gold
Weight: 5.14g
Condition: Fair; Has a number of scratches and some water markings
Head Size: Approximately 25.84mm x 17.22mm
Why We Love It:
Fantastically detailed painted portrait
Beautiful engraving to the back of the head
Fabulous detailing to the shoulders
Independent Expert Report
declaration
antiquejewellers.com has clarified that the The Antique Georgian Urn and Willow Mourning Ring (LA504105) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being Circa 1780s