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Early Georgian Silver 'Finem Vitae Specta' Memento Mori

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Early Georgian Silver 'Finem Vitae Specta' Memento Mori

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Description

18th century AD or later. A silver memento mori ring composed of a rectangular-section hoop and gilt conical segmented bezel engraved with a stylised skull, hoop engraved 'Finem Vitae Specta' ('Look at the End of Life'), floral sprigs and a cross in elliptical cartouche to each arm, bezel hollow with circular opening on the hoop interior, possibly used as a reliquary to keep a memento of the deceased. 11.32 grams, 26.90mm overall, 17.57mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14) (1"). Private collection of a West Sussex collector since before 1970.

Condition

Fine condition.

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Early Georgian Silver 'Finem Vitae Specta' Memento Mori

Name: Early Georgian Silver 'Finem Vitae Specta' Memento Mori
SKU: 121066596
Price: 252 GBP
Availability: InStock

Estimate £400 - £600

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