Victorian - Inscribed Memorial Ring > Lot No. 616

Description:
Dated 1859. An engraved and inscribed memorial ring, hallmarked 18ct gold at Birmingham assay by maker A&S; the hoop externally inscribed 'IN ME MO RY OF' in the panels and internally inscribed in script 'Sarah Croft Obt Jany 19th 1859 Aged 79'. The heart shaped bezel in the form of a small compartment with hinged lid.

Measurements:
21.15mm; 2.27 grams. Internal diameter 17.02mm.

Condition:
Fine with hinge pin from bezel compartment lacking.

Export licence:
No

Low estimate: £100
High estimate: £150

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £200