Late Georgian to Early Victorian 15ct Gold Woven Hair Memorial Ring, circa 1830–1850
£850.00
Seven sections of carefully woven hair are encircled by engraved gold, preserving an intimate nineteenth-century memory in a continuous and beautifully crafted ring.
Dating to approximately 1830–1850, this remarkable memorial ring spans the late Georgian and early Victorian periods. It is handcrafted in 15ct gold and decorated around the entire hoop with seven elongated panels of genuine woven hair.
Each section is framed by finely engraved scrolling foliage and crossed by graceful ribbon-like bands of gold. The dark brown hairwork and warm antique gold create a rich yet restrained contrast, while the unbroken circular design evokes enduring remembrance and affection.
The inside of the band is plain and bears no personal inscription. Without a surviving name or memorial date, its original story remains unknown; nevertheless, its preserved hairwork places it firmly within the tradition of nineteenth-century sentimental and mourning jewellery.
DETAILS
• Date: Circa 1830–1850
• Period: Late Georgian to early Victorian
• Origin: England
• Material: 15ct gold
• Hairwork: Seven sections of genuine woven hair
• Weight: Approximately 2.04g
• Ring size: UK O / US 7.5 / EU 55 / HK 15.5
• Interior: Plain and uninscribed
• Professionally tested
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
Unlike more familiar memorial rings containing a single lock of hair beneath a central glazed compartment, this unusual design incorporates seven carefully woven sections extending around the entire band.
The intricate hairwork, delicate engraving and continuous composition make it both an intimate historical object and a beautifully wearable piece of antique jewellery. Its restrained design allows the meaning of the ring to remain deeply personal and quietly expressed.
CONDITION
The ring remains in excellent antique condition, with gentle surface wear consistent with its age.
All seven woven hair sections are beautifully preserved, and the ring has not undergone any repairs.
SHIPPING
Worldwide shipping directly from London, United Kingdom.
This antique ring will be carefully packaged and dispatched using a tracked and insured delivery service.
ABOUT SHECH
SHECH London specialises in distinctive antique and vintage jewellery selected for its craftsmanship, beauty and historical character.
SHECH LONDON
Timeless beauty, quietly told.
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