Two matching gold and enamel mourning rings Probably England,...
Two matching gold and enamel mourning rings
Probably England, dated 1722
Each set with skull and crossbones beneath faceted glass stone, the band with inscription, "G: WELD. ESQr OBT. 21 JULY. 1722. AETA: 20," against black enamel ground, seemingly unmarked.
Ring size(s): 2 1/2 and 4 1/4
PROVENANCE:
The Collection of Irvin & Anita Schorsch.
Acquired in 1988.
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Two matching gold and enamel mourning rings
Probably England, dated 1722
Each set with skull and crossbones beneath faceted glass stone, the band with inscription, "G: WELD. ESQr OBT. 21 JULY. 1722. AETA: 20," against black enamel ground, seemingly unmarked.
Ring size(s): 2 1/2 and 4 1/4
PROVENANCE:
The Collection of Irvin & Anita Schorsch.
Acquired in 1988.