{"product_id":"18th-century-circular-enamel-pearl-diamond-hairwork-ring","title":"18th Century Circular Enamel, Pearl \u0026 Diamond Hairwork Ring","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis 9k gold ring is fitted with a round glass panel, behind which we can see a piece of braided hairwork. This panel is encircled by a royal blue enameled border, studded with tiny rose-cut diamonds, and a halo of seed pearls. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the 19th century, before the invention of photography and telephones, carrying around a literal piece of a loved one would have had a very significant meaning. Therefore, jewels that contained a piece of hair were very popular. A lot of jewelers specialized in creating designs from hair, and popular ladies' magazines even gave descriptions on how these works of art could be created at home. Based on its design, it is very likely that this ring was not worn as a mourning piece, but as a loving tribute to a friend, family member, or lover. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGENERAL INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: UK 7, US N 1\/2, circumference 54 mm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe round setting has a diameter of 19 mm. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis ring can be resized if desired.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 4.65 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAge: Late 18th to Early 19th Century, circa 1800. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: Hallmarked with a Dutch oak leaf hallmark for 14k gold, used between 1853 and 1905. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: In good antique condition with only minor wear, consistent with age. One of the rose-cut diamonds has been replaced in the past. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note that the antique box is for display purposes only. This shop is based in the EU. Although antiques are exempt from taxes in most countries, buyers from outside the EU might be subject to import duties. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"21stfinds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57800388247896,"sku":null,"price":1150.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0312\/5339\/7635\/files\/CutOurCircle-2026-07-25T121338.445.png?v=1784974428","url":"https:\/\/www.21stfinds.com\/products\/18th-century-circular-enamel-pearl-diamond-hairwork-ring","provider":"21stfinds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}