George II Memento Mori Turquoise Enamel Gold Ring

A George II memento mori turquoise and black enamel gold ring,…
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A George II memento mori turquoise and black enamel gold ring, 1759, centring an oval-shaped turquoise cabochon, the shank composed of continuous S-scroll motifs, with gold lettering 'DEP OB: 10 JULY 1759 AE 77', maker's mark W.H, enamel deficient, ring size N 1/2

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  • Cabochon Cut in Jewellery - A cabochon cut is a type of gemstone cutting where the stone is cut and polished in a convex shape with a flat bottom and a domed top, with no facets. This type of cut is typically used for opaque or translucent stones that have natural patterns or inclusions that are best displayed in this type of cut. Examples of stones that are often cut as cabochons include turquoise, opal, and moonstone.
  • Shank - In jewellery, the shank of a ring is the hoop which encirles the finger.
  • George Ii - George II (1683 - 1760) was King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1727 until his death in 1760.
  • Memento Mori - A memento mori is an artistic or symbolic reminder of mortality. Literally translated from the Latin it reads: "remember that you will die". They are found in art, architecture, horology, music and jewellery.

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