Gold mourning ring
about 1756
Object PlaceBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Medium/TechniqueGold with enamel
DimensionsOther (Overall): 2.1cm (13/16in.)
Credit LineGift of Miss Helen Raymond Demaras
Accession number20.848
On View
Not on viewClassificationsJewelry / Adornment
Inscriptions"Madm. D. Dudley, Oct. 24 Octo. 1756, ae 72." Inscription on face of band in series of panels, enamel almost lost. (from card)ProvenanceDescended in the family to Miss Helen P. Demaras by 1920; to MFA July 1, 1920, gift.
Descended in the family of the donor. Undoubtedly commemorates the death in 1756 of Mrs. Paul Dudley (nee Lucy Wainwright).
"Wife of Gov. Paul Dudley who wore this ring" (from card)
Descended in the family of the donor. Undoubtedly commemorates the death in 1756 of Mrs. Paul Dudley (nee Lucy Wainwright).
"Wife of Gov. Paul Dudley who wore this ring" (from card)
probably 1855–74
about 1800
about 1762