In the 18th century, your wealth could be displayed after you died in the form of memorial rings. During your life you would budget for the mourning rings to be given out at your funeral. The more money you had, the fancier the rings and the more you could afford to give away. This one bears the death details of Eliz Honnor; it's set with a fancy cut amethyst set in 18k gold and black enamel (which is very chipped and faded.) She died in 1751 but her memory has lived on for 274 years.
In Mem Of Eliz Honnor 1751
MATERIALS: 18k gold (tests), black enamel, 11mm x 9.5mm amethyst
AGE: Dated 1751
CONDITION: Very good - minor surface wear commensurate with age and use
SIZE: 7.75, cannot be resized; 9.8mm head, 2mm shank