An exquisite antique 18ct gold, sapphire and pearl mourning ring engraved for 1851.
Incredibly decorative in keeping with the Georgian style that was still evident in this early Victorian period the ring features a split shank at the shoulders accented with carved gold orange blossoms and an inky blue black enamel inlay.
A glass fronted panel at the front holds dark blonde braided hair surrounded by a border of rose cut dark blue sapphires. Small natural pearls with a bluey iridescence frame the sapphires, the pearls hinting at tears shed for the deceased.
The ring is engraved inside “E.M.W.P” and "OBt. 29th April 1851"
MATERIALS: 18ct yellow gold, acid tested.
GEMSTONES: natural seed pearls, sapphires, Presidium tested
RING SIZE: 7 (US) N-1/2 (UK) 54 (EU)
WEIGHT: 4.4 grams
CONDITION: Beautiful antique condition, shows expected age and wear but has been very well cared for, please see photos. The stones are all present and correct and the hairwork is still intact. with no cracks to the glass.