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Sentimental commemorative gold & hair ring, Netherlands Circa 1860


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Sentimental commemorative gold & hair ring, Netherlands Circa 1860
Sentimental commemorative gold & hair ring, Netherlands Circa 1860
Description
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In the 19th century, pieces of jewellery with hair inlays enjoyed great popularity in many parts of Europe. Hair was seen as a particularly personal part of a person that would endure and remind them of a loved one over time and distance - on a material, not just an idealistic level. Jewellery with hair was therefore not exclusively used as mourning jewelry, but could also express friendship or love. According to its hallmark, this ring was made in the Netherlands and dates to around 1860. It consists of a band of reddish gold and is decagonal in shape. On its upper side, behind a cover, is artfully braided hair. Braiding hair or making elaborate pieces of jewellery from it was a craft in its own right at the time. In this ring, the hair is presented under an openwork plate bearing the monogram "AB". The engraved initials "HGG" can be found on the inside of the lid. Floral engravings lend the design additional vibrancy. The circumstances under which the ring was once given as a gift can only be guessed at. As no dates of death are engraved, as was customary for mourning jewelry, it is reasonable to assume that it was a gift of friendship or love. The ring was an expression of a deep bond between two people who were tenderly attached to each other. It was originally designed for a strong man's hand. Due to its design, it is unfortunately not possible to resize it.
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Sentimental commemorative gold & hair ring, Netherlands Circa 1860
Always With You
€ 980.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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