Ring Gold - Mourning Ring
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An 18k gold Georgian Mourning Ring from the 1780s, weighing 3 g, with an under‑glass enamelled urn and the personalised inscription 'JNO PURNELL – OB 21 OCT – 1780', in excellent condition for unisex wear, noting there is no laboratory report.
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Extraordinary English Mourning Ring (Mourning Ring) from 1780 – 18 Carat Gold – Original Georgian Period
For sale is a very rare and museal English mourning ring from the time of King George III, dated to the year 1780.
The ring is made of 18 carat gold (750 gold) and, under glass, features a finely crafted enamelled urn—a classic symbol of English mourning culture in the 18th century. The urn bears the original inscription:
“JNO PURNELL – OB 21 OCT – 1780”
(JNO = John, OB = obit = “deceased”)
Such memorial rings were commonly made in Georgian England to commemorate the deceased and were worn within the family or by close friends. Today they are among the most sought-after collecting areas of antique English jewelry.
Special features
* Original English Mourning Ring from the year 1780
* 18 Carat Gold (750)
* Fine enamel work under glass
* Historically significant urn motif
* Personalised inscription to John Purnell
* Over 240 years old
* Collector’s quality
* Rarely found in a completely preserved condition
* With contemporary expertise from Magister art. E. von Schilgen
* Documented replacement value in the expert appraisal: 3,100 DM (1995)
Historical significance
Mourning rings of this kind were produced in limited quantities and were usually reserved for wealthy families. Many comparable pieces are today housed in major private collections as well as in museums dedicated to Georgian jewelry and British cultural history.
The ring stands as an authentic testimonial to English commemorative culture of the late 18th century, combining goldsmithing artistry, personal history, and historical provenance in an extraordinary way.
Condition
Very good condition for its age with a fine patina. The enamel work and the inscription are well preserved and clearly readable. The ring has not been over-restored.
A rare collector’s piece for lovers of antique jewelry, Georgian goldsmithing, British history, or historical memorabilia.
Extraordinary English Mourning Ring (Mourning Ring) from 1780 – 18 Carat Gold – Original Georgian Period
For sale is a very rare and museal English mourning ring from the time of King George III, dated to the year 1780.
The ring is made of 18 carat gold (750 gold) and, under glass, features a finely crafted enamelled urn—a classic symbol of English mourning culture in the 18th century. The urn bears the original inscription:
“JNO PURNELL – OB 21 OCT – 1780”
(JNO = John, OB = obit = “deceased”)
Such memorial rings were commonly made in Georgian England to commemorate the deceased and were worn within the family or by close friends. Today they are among the most sought-after collecting areas of antique English jewelry.
Special features
* Original English Mourning Ring from the year 1780
* 18 Carat Gold (750)
* Fine enamel work under glass
* Historically significant urn motif
* Personalised inscription to John Purnell
* Over 240 years old
* Collector’s quality
* Rarely found in a completely preserved condition
* With contemporary expertise from Magister art. E. von Schilgen
* Documented replacement value in the expert appraisal: 3,100 DM (1995)
Historical significance
Mourning rings of this kind were produced in limited quantities and were usually reserved for wealthy families. Many comparable pieces are today housed in major private collections as well as in museums dedicated to Georgian jewelry and British cultural history.
The ring stands as an authentic testimonial to English commemorative culture of the late 18th century, combining goldsmithing artistry, personal history, and historical provenance in an extraordinary way.
Condition
Very good condition for its age with a fine patina. The enamel work and the inscription are well preserved and clearly readable. The ring has not been over-restored.
A rare collector’s piece for lovers of antique jewelry, Georgian goldsmithing, British history, or historical memorabilia.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Laboratory report
No laboratory report
Style
Georgian
Estimated period
18th century
Metal
Gold
Brand jewellery
No
Total weight
3 g
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Gender
Unisex
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Title additional information
Mourning Ring
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