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Two Gold Seal and Two Gold Mourning Rings from the Fanning Family, late 18th/early 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
one ring hallmarked London, 1813. Together with a silver seal with double stirrup-shaped mount carved with the Fanning arms, circa 1770, 5 pieces
- Gold
the oval seals with openwork superstructures, one with carnelian matrix carved with the Fanning arms, the other with agate matrix carved with monogram EF below Fanning crest, one gold ring enclosing hair within black enamel border inscribed FA Fanning OB: 22 Sep: 1812 aet 23, the other with identical inscription and monogram FAF in champlevé black enamel
Ring with label that states "Memorial rings for Capt. Frederick Augustus Fanning only son of Gen. Fanning." Seals with early label stating "Fanning seal belonging to Gen. Fanning"
Ring with label that states "Memorial rings for Capt. Frederick Augustus Fanning only son of Gen. Fanning." Seals with early label stating "Fanning seal belonging to Gen. Fanning"
Provenance
The initials EF on one seal matrix are probably that of General Edmund Fanning, Governor of Prince Edward Island 1786-1805. The mourning rings are stated to commemorate the death of Captain Frederick Augustus Fanning, only son of General Fanning. For additional lots from the Fanning family please see lots 107 and 108.
Condition
good condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.