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Mourning ring containing plaited lock of George Washington's (1731-1799) hair under crystal

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Mourning ring containing plaited lock of George Washington's (1731-1799) hair under crystal
America, late 18th or early 19th century.
Ring of gold, surmounted by curved circular black enamel mount with crystal.
Curved crystal: approx. 9/16 inches (14 mm) diameter
AZ147
Provenance
Presented by Mrs. Washington to Major William Jackson; Captain Vincent Astor; Mrs. Vincent Astor.
Inscriptions/Markings
Inscribed at perimeter, "GEN. WASHINGTON OB. DEC.ER 1799 AE.68*"
Classification
Department