Mourning Ring
Dateca. 1830
OriginAmerica or England
Medium20K Gold (XRF), diamonds (est); crystal or glass, hair
DimensionsDiam.: 3/4"
Credit LineBequest of Miss Martha B. D. Spotswood
Object number1981-137
DescriptionGold ring set with central rectangular plait of hair in square setting flanked by two stones in open back settings. Band engraved on interior: "John Dunlop Born 28 ,,decr,, 1779, died 22 July 1830".Inscription(s)Engraved on interior of band: "John Dunlop Born 28 ,,decr,, 1779, died 22 July 1830".ProvenanceFrom a descendant.
ca. 1758
ca. 1776
ca. 1750
1780-1800
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