9ct gold and enamel mourning ring, circa 1802, with central…

9ct gold and enamel mourning ring, circa 1802, with central…
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9ct gold and enamel mourning ring, circa 1802, with central spinning panel with urn motif in black and white enamel reading 'John Vaisey Ob: 22 Oct 1802 Ae 62', the reverse containing a glazed compartment with a locket of hair, the inside shank inscribed 'Mary Vaisey ob 28th Nov 1802' size Q.

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  • Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
  • Shank - In jewellery, the shank of a ring is the hoop which encirles the finger.

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