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Memento Mori Ring

XVIIIc c1768 22K Gold, Old Cut Diamond Memento Mori Ring in memory of WM Rudd.
XVIIIc c1768 22K Gold, Old Cut Diamond Memento Mori Ring in memory of WM Rudd.

XVIIIc c1768 22K Gold, Old Cut Diamond Memento Mori Ring in memory of WM Rudd.

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Intricate undulating band is performed in gold & etched with 'WM Rudd 13 April 1768, aged 64', Ring’s size: N Total item’s weight: 2.4gr. Dimensions of the oval front: 13mm x 11....

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Antique 18th Century English George III Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

Post Medieval memento mori ring, 'in god alone we too are one' circa 18th c
Post Medieval memento mori ring, 'in god alone we too are one' circa 18th c

Post Medieval memento mori ring, 'in god alone we too are one' circa 18th c

Located in London, GB

Post Medieval momento mori ring,'in god alone we too are one'. A rare ring, the exterior of the D-shape band intricately engraved with floral motifs, and a skull with eyes, nose and ...

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Antique 17th Century Medieval Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique Memento Mori Carved Skull Ring
Antique Memento Mori Carved Skull Ring

Antique Memento Mori Carved Skull Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

A Unique Memento Mori Ring comprised of an Antique carved Bone Skull that is incredibly detailed, the Skull measures 3/4 inch in height and 5/8 inch in diameter, the Skull is set on ...

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Vintage 1980s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

c1864 9K Gold, Black Enamel & Garnet Victorian Memento Mori Mourning Ring, FW.
c1864 9K Gold, Black Enamel & Garnet Victorian Memento Mori Mourning Ring, FW.

c1864 9K Gold, Black Enamel & Garnet Victorian Memento Mori Mourning Ring, FW.

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Norman, 16 Feb 1864” Bearing English hallmarks on inside of the shank: F.W. – maker’s mark, 375 stamp, an anchor for Birmingham Ring’s size: K Total item’s weight: 2.7gr. Come...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Garnet, 9k Gold, Enamel

Crest Ring Skull Signet Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Style J Dauphin
Crest Ring Skull Signet Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Style J Dauphin

Crest Ring Skull Signet Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Style J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Signet Ring Emerald Ruby 14k Gold Plated Silver Memento Mori Ring J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Signet is a signet ring handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver, the r...

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2010s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Crest Ring Signet Skull Aquamarine Memento Mori Style
Crest Ring Signet Skull Aquamarine Memento Mori Style

Crest Ring Signet Skull Aquamarine Memento Mori Style

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Signet Ring Aquamarine 14k Gold Plated Silver Memento Mori Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Signet is a signet ring handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver.

Category

2010s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Vanitas Signet Ring Emerald Gold Crest Memento Mori
Vanitas Signet Ring Emerald Gold Crest Memento Mori

Vanitas Signet Ring Emerald Gold Crest Memento Mori

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Design: Sculpted skull crest signet ring with emerald eyes Size: 8 Style: Skull, Signet ring, Crest, Memento mori, Emerald, Vanitas

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2010s Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

Gold Crest Ring Skull Ring Black Diamond Memento Mori Style
Gold Crest Ring Skull Ring Black Diamond Memento Mori Style

Gold Crest Ring Skull Ring Black Diamond Memento Mori Style

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gold Ring Skull Black Diamond Memento Mori Crest Signet Designer J DAUPHIN The Secret Doors skull signet ring features an engraved skull motif within a classic crest silhouette, ha...

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2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

Skull Signet Ring Emerald Ruby Silver Crest Memento Mori
Skull Signet Ring Emerald Ruby Silver Crest Memento Mori

Skull Signet Ring Emerald Ruby Silver Crest Memento Mori

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Signet Ring Emerald Ruby Silver Crest Memento Mori Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Signet Ring is handcrafted in solid sterling silver, with an engraved skull crest across the ...

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2010s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Skull Ring Signet Emerald Ruby Silver Crest Memento Mori
Skull Ring Signet Emerald Ruby Silver Crest Memento Mori

Skull Ring Signet Emerald Ruby Silver Crest Memento Mori

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Ring Signet Emerald Ruby Silver Crest Memento Mori Designer: J DAUPHIN Skull signet ring handcrafted in solid sterling silver, an engraved skull crest across the face flanked...

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2010s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver

Signet Ring Skull Ruby Memento Mori Gold Plated Silver
Signet Ring Skull Ruby Memento Mori Gold Plated Silver

Signet Ring Skull Ruby Memento Mori Gold Plated Silver

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Signet Ring Skull Ruby Memento Mori Gold Plated Silver — "Secret Doors" Designer: J Dauphin The Ruby Skull Crest Signet Ring by J Dauphin is a 14k gold plated silver sculptural inte...

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2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Gold Signet Ring Skull Crest Ring Black Diamond Memento Mori
Gold Signet Ring Skull Crest Ring Black Diamond Memento Mori

Gold Signet Ring Skull Crest Ring Black Diamond Memento Mori

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Ring Black Diamond Signet Gold Crest Memento Mori Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Ring is handcrafted in sterling silver plated with 14k gold, a sculptural skull set within a c...

Category

2010s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Silver, Gold Plate

Crest Ring Signet Skull White Diamond Memento Mori Style
Crest Ring Signet Skull White Diamond Memento Mori Style

Crest Ring Signet Skull White Diamond Memento Mori Style

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Ring White Diamond Signet Gold Memento Mori Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver.

Category

2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k Gold

Skull Signet Ring Emerald Gold Memento Mori Jewelry Unisex
Skull Signet Ring Emerald Gold Memento Mori Jewelry Unisex

Skull Signet Ring Emerald Gold Memento Mori Jewelry Unisex

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Ring Emerald Signet Gold Memento Mori Mens Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver, a sculpted skull crest from the Secret Doors collectio...

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2010s Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Skull Ring Black Diamond Signet Gold Memento Mori Mens
Skull Ring Black Diamond Signet Gold Memento Mori Mens

Skull Ring Black Diamond Signet Gold Memento Mori Mens

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Ring Black Diamond Signet Gold Memento Mori Mens Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver, a sculpted skull crest from the Secret Doors col...

Category

2010s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Crest Ring Signet Skull Unisex Gold Memento Mori Style
Crest Ring Signet Skull Unisex Gold Memento Mori Style

Crest Ring Signet Skull Unisex Gold Memento Mori Style

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Ring Signet Gold Crest Memento Mori Mens Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Ring, from the Secret Doors series, is handcrafted in solid silver with 14k gold plating.

Category

2010s Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Silver

Silver Skull Ring Crest Signet Ring Memento Mori Style J Dauphin
Silver Skull Ring Crest Signet Ring Memento Mori Style J Dauphin

Silver Skull Ring Crest Signet Ring Memento Mori Style J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Silver Skull Ring Crest Signet Ring Memento Mori Style Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Signet Ring is a crest signet handcrafted in solid sterling silver, the sculpted skull merging...

Category

2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Skull Ring Sterling Silver Signet Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Pinky
Skull Ring Sterling Silver Signet Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Pinky

Skull Ring Sterling Silver Signet Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Pinky

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

It is unisex and can be worn as a pinky ring or on any other finger. The skull is the old memento mori, carried in rings and seals since the Renaissance, worn not to mourn but to st...

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2010s Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Memento Mori Style J Dauphin
Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Memento Mori Style J Dauphin

Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Memento Mori Style J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ruby Skull Crest Signet Ring Memento Mori Heraldic Statement Ring Secret Doors J Dauphin The Ruby Skull Signet, from the Secret Doors collection, is handcrafted in 14k gold plated si...

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2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Bronze

Skull Ring in Sterling Silver, Mens Signet Memento Mori, Secret Doors
Skull Ring in Sterling Silver, Mens Signet Memento Mori, Secret Doors

Skull Ring in Sterling Silver, Mens Signet Memento Mori, Secret Doors

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Ring in Sterling Silver, Mens Signet Memento Mori, Secret Doors Designer: J DAUPHIN Skull signet ring from the Secret Doors collection, cast in solid 925 sterling silver, with...

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2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Skull Signet Ring Sterling Silver Emerald Diamond Memento Mori Gothic Jewelry
Skull Signet Ring Sterling Silver Emerald Diamond Memento Mori Gothic Jewelry

Skull Signet Ring Sterling Silver Emerald Diamond Memento Mori Gothic Jewelry

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Signet Ring Sterling Silver Emerald Diamond Memento Mori Gothic Jewelry Designer: J DAUPHIN DESCRIPTION: The Secret Doors signet ring centers an engraved skull within a class...

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2010s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

Crest Ring Signet Skull 14k Gold Memento Mori Style J Dauphin
Crest Ring Signet Skull 14k Gold Memento Mori Style J Dauphin

Crest Ring Signet Skull 14k Gold Memento Mori Style J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Natural Skull Crest Signet Ring Solid 14K Gold Memento Mori Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted in solid 14k gold, this heavy sculptural statement ring is a signature piece from the J D...

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2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Skull Signet Ring White Diamond Gold Memento Mori Jewelry J Dauphin
Skull Signet Ring White Diamond Gold Memento Mori Jewelry J Dauphin

Skull Signet Ring White Diamond Gold Memento Mori Jewelry J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Signet Ring White Diamond Gold Memento Mori Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Signet Ring is handcrafted in gold plated silver, with a sculpted skull crest of defined structure a...

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2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Skull Ring Open Vintage Distressed Memento Mori Platinum Plated J Dauphin
Skull Ring Open Vintage Distressed Memento Mori Platinum Plated J Dauphin

Skull Ring Open Vintage Distressed Memento Mori Platinum Plated J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Ring Open Vintage Distressed Memento Mori Platinum Plated J Dauphin Vintage 2010 Double Skull Ring Platinum Plated Brass New York Archive Designer: J Dauphin This ring is mad...

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2010s North American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Platinum, Brass

19th Century Vanitas Memento Mori Skull on Diamond Gold Oversize Ring
19th Century Vanitas Memento Mori Skull on Diamond Gold Oversize Ring

19th Century Vanitas Memento Mori Skull on Diamond Gold Oversize Ring

Located in Geneva, CH

A unique piece of Art. The skull is antique circa 19th Century incredibly enameled on gold. The eyes are diamond rose cut. It is magnificently adapted on a Snake yellow gold 18k rin...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crest Ring Emerald Skull Memento Mori Style Gold Plated Silver J Dauphin
Crest Ring Emerald Skull Memento Mori Style Gold Plated Silver J Dauphin

Crest Ring Emerald Skull Memento Mori Style Gold Plated Silver J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Natural Emerald Skull Crest Signet Ring 14k Gold Plated Memento Mori Designer: J Dauphin Title: Secret Doors The Secret Doors Emerald Crest Ring is a structural statement signet han...

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2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold Plate, Silver

Skull Crest Signet Ring 14k Gold White Diamond Memento Mori J DAUPHIN
Skull Crest Signet Ring 14k Gold White Diamond Memento Mori J DAUPHIN

Skull Crest Signet Ring 14k Gold White Diamond Memento Mori J DAUPHIN

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

White Diamond Skull Crest Signet Ring 14K Gold Memento Mori Jewelry Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted in solid 14k gold, this structural signet ring features a sculpted skull crest set...

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2010s American Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

18 Karat White Gold Memento Mori Style Thorns Ring with Heart Shape Sapphire
18 Karat White Gold Memento Mori Style Thorns Ring with Heart Shape Sapphire

18 Karat White Gold Memento Mori Style Thorns Ring with Heart Shape Sapphire

By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery

Located in Berlin, DE

This Memento Mori Style Thorns ring is in 18 karat white gold, can be ordered in black gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Skull Ring Crest Signet Ring Ruby Gold Coktail Ring
Skull Ring Crest Signet Ring Ruby Gold Coktail Ring

Skull Ring Crest Signet Ring Ruby Gold Coktail Ring

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gemstones: Natural rubies. Design: Skull signet ring, crest ring, Victorian Memento Mori style.

Category

2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold Plate, Silver

Black Enamel Ring Band Ring Truth Spiritual J Dauphin
Black Enamel Ring Band Ring Truth Spiritual J Dauphin

Black Enamel Ring Band Ring Truth Spiritual J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Drawing from the Victorian lineage of motto jewelry and Memento Mori aesthetics, the ring functions as a functional modern talisman.

Category

2010s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Blue Enamel Band Ring Heavens Gold Letter Ring Size 8 J Dauphin
Blue Enamel Band Ring Heavens Gold Letter Ring Size 8 J Dauphin

Blue Enamel Band Ring Heavens Gold Letter Ring Size 8 J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Drawing from the traditions of Victorian Memento Mori, this ring utilizes blue enamel to symbolize serenity, higher alignment, and the celestial realm.

Category

2010s Indian Victorian Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel

Fleur de Lis Ring in Gold, Black Enamel Band with White Diamond Fleur de lis
Fleur de Lis Ring in Gold, Black Enamel Band with White Diamond Fleur de lis

Fleur de Lis Ring in Gold, Black Enamel Band with White Diamond Fleur de lis

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: 14k gold plated 925 sterling silver with hand painted black enamel Gemstone: White diamond Color: Gold, black, white Design: Wide fleur de lis band ring set with a white d...

Category

2010s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Enamel, 14k Gold, Silver

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Renaissance Memento Mori Ring
Renaissance Memento Mori Ring

Renaissance Memento Mori Ring

Located in New York, NY

Memento Mori rings became very frequent during the 16th century, probably due to the high death rate of this period, linked to wars, plagues, and famines.

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English More Rings

Georgian Mourning and Memento Mori Ring
Georgian Mourning and Memento Mori Ring

Georgian Mourning and Memento Mori Ring

Located in New York, NY

Georgian mourning & memento mori ring featuring a skull under square faceted rock crystal in silver bezel, with scrolled black enamel* band reading "JAMES SHIPPARD OB:20 JUN:1735 AE:...

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Antique 1730s Georgian Band Rings

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold, Silver

Early, 18th Century, Gold, Memento Mori Ring
Early, 18th Century, Gold, Memento Mori Ring

Early, 18th Century, Gold, Memento Mori Ring

Located in Rochford, Essex

Gold, enamel ring, circa 1750. An exceptional, fine quality memento mori ring detailed with enamel and carved a skull, a rose and pumpkin heads.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century British More Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Victorian Gold Diamond and Emerald Memento Mori Ring
Victorian Gold Diamond and Emerald Memento Mori Ring

Victorian Gold Diamond and Emerald Memento Mori Ring

Located in Sofia , BG

Victorian MEMENTO MORI SKULLS 18k Gold, 1.5ct DIAMONDS & 2.84 ct Colombian Emerald ring!

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Georgian Style Black Enamel Memento Mori Ring, Enamel Silver Skeleton Band Ring
Georgian Style Black Enamel Memento Mori Ring, Enamel Silver Skeleton Band Ring

Georgian Style Black Enamel Memento Mori Ring, Enamel Silver Skeleton Band Ring

Located in Rottedam, NL

Antique style enamel skeleton band inscribed: "Memento Mori". The ring design is inspired by Georgian era (1714-1830's) mourning jewelry designs.

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Antique 17th Century Dutch Georgian Band Rings

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Tourmaline gold enamel skull  ring memento Mori
Tourmaline gold enamel skull  ring memento Mori

Tourmaline gold enamel skull ring memento Mori

By William Llewellyn Griffiths

Located in Melbourne, Vic

Measuring 12.3mm above the finger this sumptuous memento mori ring sits comfortably on the hand and has a marvellous weight to it.

Category

2010s Australian Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Berca Venetian Memento Mori 18kt Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ring
Berca Venetian Memento Mori 18kt Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ring

Berca Venetian Memento Mori 18kt Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ring

By Berca Atelier

Located in Valenza, IT

One-of-a-kind Venetian "Memento Mori" ring featuring two 2.50 Kt Top Quality Burma Rubies Oval cut seven 0.20 kt extra white Diamonds single cut one 0.18 kt African Emerald Pear cut ...

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Early 2000s Italian Medieval Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Theo Fennell Silver and Blue Enamel Skull Ring
Theo Fennell Silver and Blue Enamel Skull Ring

Theo Fennell Silver and Blue Enamel Skull Ring

By Theo Fennell

Located in London, GB

Memento Mori Ring by Theo Fennell, designed as a silver skull with a blue enamelled snake Stamped TF for Theo Fennel, English hallmarks Size EU: 56, US: 78 1/4 Circa 2015 Theo Fenn...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Fashion Rings

Materials

Silver

Theo Fennell Silver and Black Enamel Skull Ring
Theo Fennell Silver and Black Enamel Skull Ring

Theo Fennell Silver and Black Enamel Skull Ring

By Theo Fennell

Located in London, GB

Memento Mori Ring by Theo Fennell, designed as a silver skull with a black enamelled snake Stamped TF for Theo Fennel, English hallmarks Size EU: 58, US: 8 /1/2 (also available in E...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Fashion Rings

Materials

Silver

Catacomb Saint Skull Ring in 24 Karat Yellow Gold and Enamel
Catacomb Saint Skull Ring in 24 Karat Yellow Gold and Enamel

Catacomb Saint Skull Ring in 24 Karat Yellow Gold and Enamel

By William Llewellyn Griffiths

Located in Melbourne, Vic

Measuring 9mm above the finger this sumptuous memento mori ring sits comfortably on the hand and has a marvellous weight to it.

Category

2010s Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 24k Gold

Catacomb Saint Skull Ring in 22 Karat Yellow Gold, Platinum and Tanzanite
Catacomb Saint Skull Ring in 22 Karat Yellow Gold, Platinum and Tanzanite

Catacomb Saint Skull Ring in 22 Karat Yellow Gold, Platinum and Tanzanite

By William Llewellyn Griffiths

Located in Melbourne, Vic

Measuring 13mm above the finger this sumptuous memento mori ring sits comfortably on the hand and has a marvellous weight to it.

Category

2010s Australian Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 22k Gold

Catacomb Saint Skull Ring in 22 Karat Gold, Enamel and Violet Blue Sapphire
Catacomb Saint Skull Ring in 22 Karat Gold, Enamel and Violet Blue Sapphire

Catacomb Saint Skull Ring in 22 Karat Gold, Enamel and Violet Blue Sapphire

By William Llewellyn Griffiths

Located in Melbourne, Vic

Measuring 11mm above the finger this sumptuous memento mori ring sits comfortably on the hand and has a marvellous weight to it.

Category

2010s Australian Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, E...

Brutalist Chamber Ring in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold, Citrine and Diamonds
Brutalist Chamber Ring in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold, Citrine and Diamonds

Brutalist Chamber Ring in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold, Citrine and Diamonds

By William Llewellyn Griffiths

Located in Melbourne, Vic

They have also been used throughout history to carry perfume or as Memento Mori rings to stow locks of hair, devotional relics, messages and other keepsakes.

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Skull Locket Ring 18 Carat Gold Memento Mori
Diamond Skull Locket Ring 18 Carat Gold Memento Mori

Diamond Skull Locket Ring 18 Carat Gold Memento Mori

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This ingenious ring has been crafted in the Georgian Memento Mori style. 18ct Yellow Gold has been skilfully worked into a sturdy clasped locket, with beautiful engravings wrapped ar...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Skull Ring in 14k Gold with Diamond Tooth by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Variations will naturally occur due to the process and the customized nature of each ring. Yours will be truly one-of-a-kind! Memento mori as well as mourning jewelry were popular i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique rose cut diamond and ruby Giardinetti Mourning ring, Europe circa 1760
Antique rose cut diamond and ruby Giardinetti Mourning ring, Europe circa 1760

Antique rose cut diamond and ruby Giardinetti Mourning ring, Europe circa 1760

Located in Magdeburg, DE

This wonderful representation of the two elements together shows how closely life and death are linked, which is why this ring can be seen as both a Giardinetti and a Memento Mori/ M...

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Antique Late 18th Century European Rococo Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

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Memento Mori Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate memento mori ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 80 vintage or 93 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a memento mori ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing memento mori ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but J DAUPHIN, William Llewellyn Griffiths and Attilio Codognato each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a memento mori ring featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and emerald cut alternatives. Finding a memento mori ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 100 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Memento Mori Ring?

The price for a memento mori ring starts at $200 and tops out at $46,084 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,300.

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.