Stunning antique Georgian gold, pearl and black enamel mourning ring.  The central swivel panel has the initials MSS on one side and plaited hair on the other.  Surrounded by 18 original seed pearls.  Engraved to shank M S Smith Dec 1816.  In absolutely wonderful condition with just a minor loss of enamel to the decorative band and evidence of resizing.  Ring size M.  Panel size approx. 15mm x 12mm.  Unmarked but believed to be minimum 9ct gold.