Early Victorian Ouroboros Intaglio Mourning Ring ; Circa 1840 he loves me ERA: Early Victorian

ERA: Early Victorian

The use of hair within rings like this was not only sentimental

combining sculptural gold work

8 grams approximately

pressed into wax to mark ownership and authenticate documents

Early Victorian Ouroboros Intaglio Mourning Ring ; Circa 1840 he loves me ERA: Early VictorianThis exceptional and rare mourning ring is a masterclass in the emotional language of 19th century sentimental jewellery. Designed with remarkable care and layered symbolism, it stands apart as an object of both profound sentiment and extraordinary craftsmanship. At first glance, the ring presents as a classic signet style panel ring, set with a beautifully banded agate. Amazingly we have finely engraved upon the agate a delicate butterfly encircled