W14 G. Washington Mourning Ring

C.B.J.F. Saint Memin. Engraved Portrait of George Washington in a "gold mourning ring"

C.B.J.F. Saint Memin. Engraved Portrait of George Washington in a "gold mourning ring" with inscription, "Drawn from life in Phila. 1798 by C.B.J.F. St. Memin and engraved by the artist," inside ring. This piece appeared in the following exhibitions and reference catalogues: Centennial Celebration of the Inauguration of George Washington as the First President (1889, No. 385); An American Icon, Smithsonian and National Portrait Gallery (1982, No. 47); The Schwarz Gallery 50th Anniversary Catalog (No. 24).