Georgian 18K Yellow Gold and Enamel Mourning Ring, Circa 1815
Georgian 18K yellow gold and enamel mourning ring, circa 1815. This exceptional Georgian mourning ring was crafted in London in 1815 to commemorate John Tabor, who passed away on February 3, 1815, at the age of 86. The ring features a traditional black enamel memorial inscription with gold lettering—an established symbol of remembrance in early 19th-century England. The interior bears clear London hallmarks, including the maker's mark "JG," and date letter "T," firmly placing its creation in the late Georgian period. Mourning rings in this era were commissioned as deeply personal tributes, intended to be worn and passed down through generations.
The surname, date, and period correspond with the well-documented Tabor family of Essex, a long-established line whose history appears in contemporary records and personal diaries of the era. While definitive genealogical proof is unavailable, the details strongly suggest this ring commemorates a prominent member of that family.
Remarkably, this ring has survived alongside a later Victorian example honoring another Tabor family member, offering a rare glimpse into how remembrance traditions were preserved across generations.
Product Details
- Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
- Ring Size: 6.75 and cannot be sized.
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