Gold and enamel mourning ring Probably England, dated 1753...

Gold and enamel mourning ring

Probably England, dated 1753

Set with lozenge-shaped crystal above skull, the scrolling band with inscription, "ELIZ: FORESTER OB 26 MAR 1753 AE 46," against black enamel ground, seemingly unmarked.

Ring size: 5 7/8

PROVENANCE:

The Collection of Irvin & Anita Schorsch.
Argentum, The Leopard's Head Antiques, San Francisco, California, November 7, 1987.