Mourning ring
Date1746
OriginAmerica or England
MediumGold, silver; gemstone, black enamel
Dimensions13/16" diameter
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1953-233
DescriptionMourning ring with scrolled gold band with black enamel and single colorless rounded rectangular gemstone with silver bezel in gold radially fluted seat. Inscribed “MARY / FINCH / OB: 13 / June 1746 / AE: 66”Inscribed"MARY FINCH OB: 13 June 1746 AE: 66"
MarkingsMarked in relief on inside of band opposite stone "IP" [?]; mark is worn
ProvenanceMrs. Edward F. Timmins
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