Georgian black enamelmourning ring. A wide conforming gold band, centrally inscribed 'IN MEMORY OF *' with black enamel ground, bordered to top and bottom by a fine ropework trim and a carved surround with ornate floral and foliate motifs, engraved in italic script to the interior 'My dear Mother, Mary Rowbotham, died 25 May 1822 Aged 42', approximately 1.1cm in width. Marked 18 carat yellow gold, full hallmarks for London, maker's mark 'IB' for John Brent or John Blades, English, circa 1822.
Georgian black enamel mourning ring, English, circa 1822.
Georgian black enamel mourning ring. A wide conforming gold band, centrally inscribed 'IN MEMORY OF *' with black enamel ground, bordered to top and bottom by a fine ropework trim and a carved surround with ornate floral and foliate motifs, engraved in italic script to the interior 'My dear Mother, Mary Rowbotham, died 25 May 1822 Aged 42', approximately 1.1cm in width. Marked 18 carat yellow gold, full hallmarks for London, maker's mark 'IB' for John Brent or John Blades, English, circa 1822.