Fine Jewellery - 2nd February 2023

Lot 359

A Stuart Crystal and diamond mourning ring

Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £4000

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Description

A Stuart Crystal and diamond mourning ring, early 18th century, set to the front with a coffin-shaped faceted rock crystal between rose-cut diamonds, the band carved with a skeleton and hour glass applied with black enamel, the interior inscribed 'Let us share in joy and care', size J1/2, indistinct maker's mark, possibly IC