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ANTIQUE VICTORIAN MOURNING HAIRWORK RINGCirca mid-late 1800s
A genuine piece of Victorian mourning jewelry — a ring band entirely woven/braided from human hair, joined to a decorative metal front panel with scrolling repoussé accents framing a small rectangular plaque (once likely engraved or intended for a monogram/initials, now worn smooth with age).
Hairwork jewelry was a significant part of Victorian mourning and sentimental culture — hair from a deceased or beloved family member was braided or woven by hand into rings, bracelets, and brooches as a way to keep a tangible piece of that person close. This example represents the classic woven-band ring style, with the metal mount serving as the clasp point where the hair braid was secured.
Presented in a vintage ring box for protective storage/display.
CONDITION: Antique condition, sold as-is. Hairwork band is intact and structurally sound but fragile as expected for its age — please handle with care. Metal mount shows expected tarnish and wear; the plaque front is worn smooth with no visible engraving remaining. Please review all photos closely, as they are part of the description.
Please note: This item is a genuine antique mourning artifact containing woven human hair. Provenance and original owner are unknown.
A significant piece for collectors of Victorian mourning jewelry, hairwork art, and memento mori history.
Ships securely, well-packed. Please ask any questions before buying!
