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Unusual mourning ring depicting a hovering butterfly,a popular Victorian motif symbolising the last journey of the immortal soul. Carved in cameo on onyx,flanked by two pearls to a carved substantial shank.Inscribed to the interior 'Elizabeth Chute died 27th July 1842 aged 73' with a glazed hair locket.

4.9gms,ring size UK K 1/2,US 5 1/2. Very fine condition though slight abrasion to tips of antennae.

Butterfly Cameo Mourning ring for Elizabeth Chute 1842

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