One of the finest Georgian mourning rings we have ever had the pleasure of offering. Superb quality, heavy gauge and in incredible condition, looks to have hardly been worn. Beautifully ornate and highly decorative the signet style ring is rendered in rich buttery 18K gold and engraved inside "James Roy, died 22nd Mar., 1822, age 57"
The front holds a glass fronted compartment containing dark blonde plaited hair flecked with grey. The shank is decorated in gold lettering 'In Memory Of' in gothic script. Perhaps James was a relative of Rob Roy the Scottish outlaw and folk hero, we would like to think so!
This is a solid heavy gauge ring with the front measuring 13.6x15.3mm and the band at the back 5mm wide. The ring weighs 6.06 grams and will fit finger size 7 (US) size N 1/2 (UK) 54 (EU) Bears full English hallmarks: stamped with the head of George III, leopards head for London, a crown and 18 for 18K gold, date letter 'f' Also stamped with maker's mark 'SG'
The ring is in excellent condition, with no enamel loss and no wearing away of the embossed floral decoration. The engraving inside and the hallmarks are still crisp. The glass panel has no chips or cracks.
Comes with the antique ring case from W.M Marshalls & Co. Princess St., Edinburgh as shown. It looks as if the ring has been safely stored in this fitted box for a very long time, hence the near perfect condition