GREAT PLAGUE OF LONDON RING SIZE 9 3/8
17th century, English. Revolutionary in its construction with the band of rolled brass/bronze, with a pattern imparted by the roller. The bronze flower bud top cast separately and the two joined by brazing. Thus, the ring was sized when made, a huge jump in industrialization at the time! The process of rolling, including sheet for armor, was in place in the 15th century. Burial in the churchyard brought you close to God, but space was limited and those nearer our hearts had priority over those whose names were forgotten. Graves were periodically dug up, and the bones removed to storage, making space for newcomers. It happened all over Europe, north to south and no jewelry is preserved with the bones. It is our conclusion after decades of filtering through sparse information, that these rings were produced in England and recovered from graves those who perished in the Great Plague of 1655-56 in London. By English law, graves may be opened after 75 years and the buried were often replaced by more recent deceased. Size 9 3/8. Deeply reeded band in tendril motif. Well-detailed pelleted flower form bezel. Crisp detail. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.
Reserve: $160.00
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Location: This item ships from Michigan.
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17th century, English. Revolutionary in its construction with the band of rolled brass/bronze, with a pattern imparted by the roller. The bronze flower bud top cast separately and the two joined by brazing. Thus, the ring was sized when made, a huge jump in industrialization at the time! The process of rolling, including sheet for armor, was in place in the 15th century. Burial in the churchyard brought you close to God, but space was limited and those nearer our hearts had priority over those whose names were forgotten. Graves were periodically dug up, and the bones removed to storage, making space for newcomers. It happened all over Europe, north to south and no jewelry is preserved with the bones. It is our conclusion after decades of filtering through sparse information, that these rings were produced in England and recovered from graves those who perished in the Great Plague of 1655-56 in London. By English law, graves may be opened after 75 years and the buried were often replaced by more recent deceased. Size 9 3/8. Deeply reeded band in tendril motif. Well-detailed pelleted flower form bezel. Crisp detail. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.
Reserve: $160.00
Shipping:
All Items shipped within 48 hours by expedited shipping UPS or USPS.
Domestic: Flat-rate of $9.95 (for one or more lots) to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Flat rate of $12.95 (for one or more lots) to anywhere in the world.
Combined shipping: Free combined shipping for multiple lots won in this auction.
Location: This item ships from Michigan.
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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