18th century skull ring
A substantial white enamel mourning ring dated 1743. The high carat gold scrolled hoop is inscribed with the details of the deceased : Rich’d Day Ob. 19 Apr 1743 AE 39. The central compartment is set with a tiny naively rendered skull under faceted rock crystal. The ring is size O [US 7] and in completely original condition.
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Item ref : 1803