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A George III gold ring depicting ‘Hope’

Creator: H.M.S. / Royal Navy
Offered by: Wick Antiques LTD

Description
A large George III glazed gold, enamel and ivory ring representing the figure of Hope with her anchor, gazing out to sea and a squadron of warships.

English, circa 1800

Usually portrayed with her anchor attribute, the figure of Hope, one of the three Christian virtues alongside Faith and Charity, was widely adopted in the eighteenth century to safeguard against the perils
of life at sea, especially in the Royal Navy. She was depicted in prints, ceramics, jewels and medals: most
famously on Davison’s Nile medal, privately issued to all the men and officers who survived the Battle of the Nile. Here she is used on a sentimental and precious ring which was possibly a gift to a naval wife or sweetheart.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Gold
Condition:	Good. Original Condition
Creation Date:	1800
Metals:	Enamel, Gold, Other
Gender:	Men's , Ladies'
Styles / Movements:	Rare Jewels, Other
Incollect Reference #:	317231

Message from Seller:

Wick Antiques was established by Charles Wallrock in the early 1980s. Having grown up in the Antiques world Charles developed an extensive wealth of knowledge. Starting out as a ‘man with a van’ he quickly gained a good reputation and embarked on a longstanding relationship with Harrods. He was later joined by his wife, Caroline Wallrock. Caroline having completed a Persian degree, went on to study at Christie’s fine art and then joined Sotheby’s specializing in Islamic and Japanese works of art

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