A delicate and deeply evocative Georgian mourning ring in 22ct gold, inscribed “JC Milman OB 7 MAY 1788 AE 4 YEARS 2 MO”. Crafted to commemorate a child’s short life, the pristine white enamel—historically reserved for mourning the young—remains remarkably intact, reflecting nearly two-and-a-half centuries of careful preservation with no evidence of restoration.
Highlights:
Period: Georgian
Material: 22ct gold
Inscription: JC Milman — OB 7 MAY 1788 AE 4 YEARS 2 MO
Weight: 4.4 grams
Size: S
Condition: Excellent; near mint with no evidence of restoration
A delicate and deeply evocative Georgian mourning ring in 22ct gold, inscribed “JC Milman OB 7 MAY 1788 AE 4 YEARS 2 MO”. Crafted to commemorate a child’s short life, the pristine white enamel—historically reserved for mourning the young—remains remarkably intact, reflecting nearly two-and-a-half centuries of careful preservation with no evidence of restoration.
Highlights:
Period: Georgian
Material: 22ct gold
Inscription: JC Milman — OB 7 MAY 1788 AE 4 YEARS 2 MO
Weight: 4.4 grams
Size: S
Condition: Excellent; near mint with no evidence of restoration
