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Early Victorian Agate & Enamel Mourning Ring in 18 Carat Gold; Circa 1849

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Early Victorian Agate & Enamel Mourning Ring in 18 Carat Gold; Circa 1849This is an extraordinarily rare and emotive piece of Victorian mourning jewellery, dating to 1849. Crafted in rich, buttery 18 carat gold, the ring is set with an oval banded agate whose single pale stripe cuts across the glossy black surface with striking simplicity. Encircling the stone is a finely enamelled black ribbon inscription, reading In Memory Of, its words contrasting against the black enamel. The sentiment is as moving now as it was to its

This is an extraordinarily rare and emotive piece of Victorian mourning jewellery, dating to 1849. Crafted in rich, buttery 18 carat gold, the ring is set with an oval banded agate whose single pale stripe cuts across the glossy black surface with striking simplicity.

Encircling the stone is a finely enamelled black ribbon inscription, reading “In Memory Of”, its words contrasting against the black enamel. The sentiment is as moving now as it was to its first wearer, a powerful Victorian symbol of remembrance.

Hidden beneath the stone lies a secret compartment, remarkably preserved, containing the original woven hair. A rare survival that makes this piece especially meaningful, you can really connect to whom this ring was created for. 

What makes this ring truly unusual is the fusion of forms: the bold signet-like agate top, more commonly seen in gentlemen’s rings, combined with the delicacy of enamel work and personal hairwork beneath. It speaks of a time when mourning jewellery balanced strength with sentiment, creating heirlooms that carried love forward through generations.

DETAILS

ERA: Victorian - 1849

MEASUREMENTS: Finger size L (UK/AU) 5.75 (US)

WEIGHT: 6.8 grams 

HALLMARKING:  fully hallmarked for London and 18 carat gold in 1849. There is an additional date letter stand on the outside back of the band 

CONDITION: the ring is in lovely antique condition. There is a fine patina across the gold, agate and enamel as expected but this is very minor. 

If you have any questions about this or any other questions please get in touch & please note the box is for display only.



Please feel free to take a look at all photographs for condition before committing to buy. We do not offer refunds so if in doubt drop us and email and wed be happy to help!

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> All of the jewels we work with are antique or vintage and as such they are sold ‘as seen. This means theyre not perfect. They carry the love and journey of generations who love them before. These jewels should be worn with extra and love and care.

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