Lot 498
An early Victorian silver and gold, diamond and rock crystal mourning ring. Of oval outline, the...
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Lot 498
An early Victorian silver and gold diamond and rock crystal mourning ring.
Lot 498
Lot Description
An early Victorian silver and gold, diamond and rock crystal mourning ring. Of oval outline, the old-cut diamond, atop an oval rock crystal and interwoven hair panel, with similarly-cut diamond surround, to the later grooved band. Estimated total diamond weight 1.35cts, principal diamond estimated I-J colour, SI clarity. Ring size O. Weight 3.9gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition good to fair.
<li>With ring band later addition.
<li>With evidence of alteration to the reverse.
<li>Diamonds bright.
<li>Individual size and setting of smaller diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Principal diamond is assessed with limitation of setting, actual colour and clarity may be different.
<li>Rock crystal in fair condition, with surface abrasion and minor chips to the edge.
<li>Reverse with engraved personal inscription, reads 'J. H. Wilson, died Augt. 26th 1836, age 2', partially deficient.
<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>
<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk<p>
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