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Post-Medieval enamel mourning ring, circa 1706.

$2,985.87
£2,200
€2,568.44
CA$4,181.55
A$4,585.88
CHF 2,375.16
MX$55,102.94
NOK 29,908.96
SEK 28,070.42
DKK 19,188.66

About the Item

Post-Medieval enamel mourning ring. A smoothly conforming half round band, featuring an engraved skull design and repeating scroll motif with remnants of black enamel, the interior engraved ‘E Fearne, obt, 17 Apr 1706, aet 41’, and maker’s mark. Tested yellow gold, circa 1706. See also British museum AF.1546 for a ring of comparable age and composition.
  • Ring Size:
    7.75 US, Resizable
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    4.02 g
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1700-1709
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1706
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. This ring is in good condition commensurate with its age.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 165751stDibs: LU18627662962

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