Mid Victorian Enamel & Diamond Cross Mourning Ring
Edward died only weeks after the American Civil War came to an end. A modest (but diamond-studded!) cross decorates a glossy black band. The engraving: Edwd Chas Charleton died April 29th 1865.
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- Materials
18k gold (tests), black enamel, 6 old mine cut diamonds (1.6mm - 2mm)
- Age
dedicated in 1865
- Condition
Very good - looks like the enamel may have been repaired in a few places (but expertly so)
- Size
6.5, cannot be resized; 5mm head, 2.3mm shank
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Aboutthe
VictorianEra
1837 — 1901
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Antiques can be returned unworn and in original condition within 10 days of delivery for an exchange or refund minus the cost of shipping. Once a piece has been altered, including ring re-sizing, it is FINAL SALE.