18th-19th century AD. A silver ring with D-section hoop, expanding at the shoulders to stepped D-shaped terminals, rectangular bezel engraved 'memento mori' in two lines, Christian cross to right, two facing winged skeletons below, stooping, holding a shield between them bearing an enigmatic device, possibly a monogram or letter 'R' below a scythe, borders to the shoulder, possibly highly stylised skulls with crossed bones, repeated on the bezel. 12.25 grams, 23.75mm overall, 18.68mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18) (1"). Ex private collection of a Sussex lady since the mid 1960s.

Fine condition. A large wearable size.