Gothic Mourning Ring

$150.00

Traditionally, gold and black mourning rings were commissioned by the dying to be given to their closest surviving friends and family after death. Only the wealthy and aristocratic could've afforded such an extravagance at the time. To have one on your hand was a great honor, proving you were among the most important people in the life of the departed. 

Queen Victoria popularized mourning attire and jewelry when she notoriously grieved for almost 40 years following the sudden death of her beloved Prince Albert. 

Today, mourning rings can be used to commemorate a person, a moment, or even a relationship. One of our most traditional mourning rings, this piece reads “In Memory Of” in Fraktur Gothic font. It also features a Victorian star, a traditional sign of guidance and wisdom.

Details & Materials

  • 18kt yellow gold vermeil on a solid sterling silver base
  • Hand-painted black enamel 
  • 20mm x 20mm x 6mm 

SHIPPING & RETURNS

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All in stock items ship within 2 business days. Orders placed on weekends or holidays will ship the following business day.

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Saif Latif Jewelry gothic mourning ring men women antique jewelry
Saif Latif Jewelry gothic mourning ring men women antique jewelry
Saif Latif Jewelry gothic mourning ring men women antique jewelry
Saif Latif Jewelry gothic mourning ring men women antique jewelry
Saif Latif Jewelry gothic mourning ring men women antique jewelry
  • Saif Latif Jewelry gothic mourning ring men women antique jewelry
  • Saif Latif Jewelry gothic mourning ring men women antique jewelry
  • Saif Latif Jewelry gothic mourning ring men women antique jewelry
  • Saif Latif Jewelry gothic mourning ring men women antique jewelry
  • Saif Latif Jewelry gothic mourning ring men women antique jewelry

MOURNING JEWELRY

Mourning jewelry was popularized by Queen Victoria's infamous 4-decade-long mourning period after the tragic passing of her true love, Prince Albert. She was known to wear only black jewels, thus starting a new trend in jewelry across the land. By the time this fashion trickled down to the aristocracy, imagery in mourning jewelry became softer and more sentimental - featuring black stones and pearls.

Antique mourning rings are incredible symbols of love, life, and death in our pasts - however they are often hidden away in private collections of the wealthy and elite, fetching thousands of dollars at auctions.

We have reimagined these symbols to be accessible to all people who wish to wear them.

SEE MOURNING JEWELRY
Antique inspired mourning rings with black enamel, sitting on antique books and black candles that have been blown out, on beautiful antique candle holders. Fresh flowers and tapestries complete the image.