Gold Mourning Ring With Cannetille Work And Pink Topaz. England, Circa 1823.
A gold mourning ring with cannetille work, half pearls, pink topaz and woven hair, commemorating William Nicholson.
England, circa 1823.
Measurements
Ring size M UK / 6.75 US / 52.5 EU
Weight: 4 grams
Height of bezel: 1.4 cm
This finely made mourning ring is constructed in gold with delicate cannetille ornament and set with half pearls and pink topaz. The bezel contains a glazed compartment preserving the woven hair of the deceased, a deeply personal memorial element characteristic of nineteenth-century mourning jewellery. The reverse of the bezel is engraved: “W(illia)m Nicholson, Died 21 Dec 1823, aged 61.” The ring survives in fine original condition.
The inscription probably refers to William Nicholson, a retired cutler of Norfolk Street, Sheffield, recorded as having died on 21 December 1823 aged 62.
England, circa 1823.
Measurements
Ring size M UK / 6.75 US / 52.5 EU
Weight: 4 grams
Height of bezel: 1.4 cm
This finely made mourning ring is constructed in gold with delicate cannetille ornament and set with half pearls and pink topaz. The bezel contains a glazed compartment preserving the woven hair of the deceased, a deeply personal memorial element characteristic of nineteenth-century mourning jewellery. The reverse of the bezel is engraved: “W(illia)m Nicholson, Died 21 Dec 1823, aged 61.” The ring survives in fine original condition.
The inscription probably refers to William Nicholson, a retired cutler of Norfolk Street, Sheffield, recorded as having died on 21 December 1823 aged 62.
4 250 €
Period: 19th century
Style: English Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Gold
Reference (ID): 1726680
Availability: In stock
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