Mourning Jewellery has a long & fascinating history, 
going back to as far as Middle Ages, 
nowadays these pieces are exceptionally rare, 
unrivalled in value & highly collectable

This enchanting Victorian Memento Mori Ring is
dating back to an extraordinary year of 1864 – 
yet it's in remarkably beautiful condition 

Of English provenance,
it's crafted in 9K Rose Gold, meticulously decorated in black enamel
with finely detailed shoulders & solid shank, measuring 7 – 3mm
 
Centrally set with a Natural Garnet
of deep intense “merlot” red colour, measuring 7mm x 6mm 
 
Back of the ring is etched with “G. Norman, 16 Feb 1864”
 
Bearing English hallmarks on inside of the shank: 
F.W. – maker’s mark, 375 stamp, an anchor for Birmingham
 
Ring’s size: K  
Total item’s weight: 2.7gr. 
 
Comes in a vintage box, 
accompanied by valuation certificate