Victorian English 18kt Enamel & Woven Hair Mourning Ring Silver hand etched accents

hand etched accents

there is no apparent damage to the plated setting or to the Mother of Pearl

The larger of the 2 rings is marked twice

and 1/2" long when opened

which is surrounded by a beautiful border made of bezel set Persian turquoise stones

Victorian English 18kt Enamel & Woven Hair Mourning Ring Silver hand etched accentsThis rare English mourning ring from the Victorian era (ca1866) is quite an unusual piece! Crafted in 18kt gold, the ring is richly detailed, and serves as a fine example of the mourning jewelry tradition. A signet style plaque rests at the center, which forms a seal with the raised image of overlapping letters. Covering the surface of the shank is an exposed band of finely woven hair, the keepsake of a lost loved one. Framing the woven hair are bands