Georgian Pearl Locket Mourning Ring
Gorgeous Georgian memorial ring set with a cluster of lustrous natural pearls around a cushion-shaped locket compartment. The fluted band splits at the shoulders where further pearls and purple amethyst paste gemstones compete the design. It's crafted in 15 carat gold and features a dedication behind the head: W'm Chatteris Esq'r Ob. 26th July 1819 AET 81, which, in the parlance of 19th century memorial inscriptions, translates as:
William Chatteris, Esquire (a man with no title, essentially used how we use 'Mr'. It comes from the Old French word escuyer meaning shield-bearer.) who died on the 26th of July, 1819, aged 81.
It's beautifully made, crafted in 15 carat gold throughout, and the locket compartment is home to a woven lock of William's hair protected by bevelled glass.
Era: Georgian, 1819
Stones: Natural Pearls & Paste Gemstones
Ring size: O 1/2 or 7.5 US. Not resizable.
Head: 14.6mm by 13.8mm
Marks: None, tested as 15ct gold
Condition & Care: Great wearable, antique condition - light wear consistent with age and use. Stones all appear original and secure in their settings. One of the paste stones has a chip - see images. On account of the locket and the closed back settings, don't submerge in water and remove for washing hands and showering. If it gets splashed just dry it with a soft cloth ASAP. Remove for manual work like gardening or washing dishes etc.
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This includes a valuation for insurance purposes, item specifics, date, and origins (where applicable)
Gemstones are tested by an accredited gemmologist (Cert GA, Gemmological Association of Great Britain)
Shipping
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Tracked and insured with signature on delivery
RM Special Delivery (UK domestic)
US Shipments
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[Last updated: 28th February 2026]
Resizing
Ring sizing is available on most rings
£55 flat fee
Resizing takes 7-14 days
Leave a note at checkout with your desired size
Note: sizing may remove some of the patina (although we take every care to reduce this where possible)
Layaway
25% deposit taken to secure the item. The remaining balance will be settled in 90 days. You can pay installments weekly, monthly, or the full balance at the end - whatever works.
Condition
We offer detailed and accurate condition reports on each listing. These pieces are antique, vintage, or pre-loved and often over 100 years old so they're going to have lived a life. A healthy patina and the odd scuff or scrape is quite normal... it's part of their charm! Everything we present has been checked over by our jeweller and should be good for wear for many years to come (unless otherwise stated) but please remember to treat them with appropriate care and consideration for their age.
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