Antique French Memento Mori Ring Watch Skull Crown – 18K Gold Plated Silver

Offered here is an exceptional antique French ring-mounted watch, executed in silver richly plated with 18K gold, dating to the late 19th century.

This striking piece is a true Memento Mori / Vanitas object, featuring an elaborate sculptural ring shank with classical figural detailing and a highly unusual skull-form winding crown, symbolizing mortality and the passage of time. Such ring watches were produced in very limited numbers and were often custom-made for affluent collectors.

The watch has a white enamel dial with Roman numerals ;24h red indication,and delicate original hands. Inside is a high-quality French LeCoultre caliber mechanical movement, currently in perfect working condition.

An extraordinary wearable object blending horology, sculpture, and symbolism, equally suited for a serious collector of antique watches, memento mori jewelry, or cabinet curiosities.

Key Features

• Origin: France
• Era: Late 19th – Early 20th Century
• Material: Silver with rich 18K gold plating
• Watch Type: Ring watch
• Dial: White enamel with Roman numerals
• Winding Crown: Sculpted skull (memento mori motif)
• Movement: Mechanical, hand-wound
• Condition: Perfect working order

Measurements

• Watch diameter: 29 mm
• Ring size: US 7

Why This Piece Is Special

 Rare and visually dramatic memento mori skull crown

 Sculptural figural ring design, not mass-produced

 Large watch diameter for a ring watch (highly desirable)

 Fully functional antique movement

 Museum-worthy curiosity with strong collector appeal

Shipping & Authenticity

• Carefully packed and fully insured shipping
• Guaranteed authentic antique
• Sold as described, with detailed photos provided
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IT COMES WITH AN APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $5000 .

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NOTE:PLEASE OBSERVE CAREFULLY THE PHOTOS! IT IS A SIGNIFICANT PART OF THE DESCRIPTION. Every potencial defect which is shown in the photos,but not mention in the description,will be considered for described.All the photos shoot by professional Nikon 105 Macro lens under 40x diopter magnification,so you can explore even the smallest detail like under microscope!