{"product_id":"estate-14kt-yellow-gold-amethyst-seed-pearl-and-diamond-rose-of-sharon-modified-mourning-ring-ca-1810-s-as-is","title":"Estate 14KT Yellow Gold Amethyst, Seed Pearl and Diamond Rose of Sharon Modified Mourning Ring, ca. 1810’s (As-Is)","description":"This piece began life circa 1810 as a Georgian mourning brooch, its center holding a lock of hair. Around the 1860’s it was converted into a ring, and the hair center was replaced with the rectangular brilliant cut amethyst seen today, measuring 9.65 x 5.38 mm (approximately 1.50 ct) and engraved with a Rose of Sharon motif highlighted in gold. A single diamond chip (approximately 0.01 ct, L color, I2 clarity) accents the flower. A border of twenty-five 1.75 mm seed pearls frames the center, surrounded by ten round brilliant cut amethysts measuring 5.75 mm, approximately 6.00 tcw. The ring was likely reshanked at a later point and now sits on a 14kt yellow gold band with engraved split shoulders. Size 6, with a weight of 10.86 grams.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMourning jewelry was worn in remembrance of a loved one, and many pieces were made to hold a lock of hair. The Rose of Sharon takes its name from the Song of Songs. The stones in this ring are foil-backed, set in closed-back settings with foil behind each stone to brighten its color. Because foil can be damaged by moisture, this ring should be kept dry and removed before washing hands, bathing, or swimming.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note, this piece is sold as-is: chips to some of the stones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFew pieces carry their history as openly as this one. Worn first as a Georgian brooch, then reworked as a Victorian ring, and modified again over the years, it reflects the changing hands and tastes of more than two centuries. It is a meaningful addition for collectors of Georgian and Victorian jewelry and a thoughtful gift for someone who values antique pieces with a story.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome of the photographs featured on this website have been enhanced or processed using artificial intelligence (AI) tools. While we strive to ensure that all images accurately represent our products, services, and subjects, please be aware that AI processing may alter certain visual details from the original photograph. We are committed to transparency and want our visitors to have a clear understanding of how our visual content is produced. If you have any questions about a specific image or our use of AI technology, please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@nelsoncoleman.com.","brand":"Estate Towson - Mark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67875712958742,"sku":"203-02026","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3863\/6822\/files\/000-203-02026.jpg?v=1793654718","url":"https:\/\/nelsoncoleman.com\/products\/estate-14kt-yellow-gold-amethyst-seed-pearl-and-diamond-rose-of-sharon-modified-mourning-ring-ca-1810-s-as-is","provider":"Nelson Coleman Jewelers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}