An exceptional Georgian mourning ring, dated 1811, set with a large, deeply coloured cabochon garnet surrounded by a border of faceted black onyx stones.
The garnet is an extraordinarily dark wine-red, appearing almost black until it catches the light. The raised setting is supported by openwork gold shoulders formed from a series of interlocking circles, leading into a triple-ridged band.
The reverse bears a beautifully engraved memorial inscription, regarding the death of A. Holdsworth on 19 August 1811, aged just 31.
Mourning rings were deeply personal objects in Georgian society, commissioned to commemorate the dead and worn by those closest to them. The combination of garnet and black onyx is particularly striking, contrasting the dark red stone with the black border.
Size: UK P
Condition: Good antique condition- some irregularities in the onyx, light surface wear to the garnet, historic solder join. Please examine the pictures as they form part of the description.
An exceptional Georgian mourning ring, dated 1811, set with a large, deeply coloured cabochon garnet surrounded by a border of faceted black onyx stones.
The garnet is an extraordinarily dark wine-red, appearing almost black until it catches the light. The raised setting is supported by openwork gold shoulders formed from a series of interlocking circles, leading into a triple-ridged band.
The reverse bears a beautifully engraved memorial inscription, regarding the death of A. Holdsworth on 19 August 1811, aged just 31.
Mourning rings were deeply personal objects in Georgian society, commissioned to commemorate the dead and worn by those closest to them. The combination of garnet and black onyx is particularly striking, contrasting the dark red stone with the black border.
Size: UK P
Condition: Good antique condition- some irregularities in the onyx, light surface wear to the garnet, historic solder join. Please examine the pictures as they form part of the description.
