Georgian mourning ring, dated 1780

Poignant Georgian mourning ring in remembrance of a child.   The reverse is inscribed, “Tho.  Benton ob 10th March 1780  ae 15 months”.    The unusual miniature depicts the departed child, who has already ascended into heaven (note wings),  pointing to his mother.   Conversely, the grieving mother points down to her lost child.   Note the saddness shown on the faces of the child and the mother.

A unique mourning miniature that is incredibly moving.

The mourning miniature is comprised of hair and sepia on ivory.  The setting is a high karat rose gold.

Dimensions:  finger size is 8.5  (ring could be sized down); top measures 1.3 cm by 1.7 cm

Condition:  excellent,  image is very crisp and clear

Year: dated 1780

Price: $2495  SOLD

Reference number: 9518

Shipping and insurance: $20