Early Royal Blue Enamel Mourning Ring
We are listing a selection of truly special pieces from our collection of antique mourning jewelry. These wonderful rings are incredible tokens of love and sentiment that have come down to us through history. This is the perfect opportunity to add a genuinely unique jewel to your collection.
This Georgian ring features woven hair under a beveled edged crystal set in an elaborate 12k gold setting embellished with royal blue enamel. The blue enamel is rare in pieces of this kind. The crystal is bezel set and framed in a twist of enameled gold. The plait of dark brown hair is beautifully woven. The split shoulders are lovingly hand engraved and enameled.
Mourning and sentimental jewelry held great meaning in symbolism and that is reflected in the use of colors and gems in mourning pieces. The unusual blue enamel on this ring suggests that the beloved deceased may have been of royal blood. What an extraordinary and beautiful piece of history.
Details.....Currently a size 7.5. This ring cannot be sized. The front of the ring measures 10.1mm wide, the back of the band measures 2.8mm. In Very Good condition for its age, the crystal shows wear. You should always expect some wear on vintage and antique pieces, we consider it part of the charm.