A GOLD, IVORY AND ENAMEL MOURNING RING, ENGLISH, CIRCA 1782

This lot contains ivory. Due to recent changes in the laws of many countries (e.g. US, France) Sotheby's recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid. Please note that Sotheby's will not assist buyers with CITES licence applications where a buyer elects to either collect or arrange their own shipping, nor will Sotheby's assist with the international movement of ivory by air, either as freight or through hand carry. Sotheby's shipping will only assist in shipping the lot to either domestic UK or EU destinations, where delivery is made by road transport. A buyer's inability to export or import these lots cannot justify a delay in payment or sale cancellation. | The inscription reads: 'Js GARTH OB : 15 JUNE 1782 ÆT : 54' Joseph Garth of Great Queen Street, Lincoln's Inn Fields, St. Giles, was a coachmaker. The probate of his will was granted on 19 June 1782 to his daughter, Mary, wife of the Rev. Ezekiel Rouse. (National Archives, Kew, PROB 11/1091.