Late 16th-early 17th century AD. A silver finger ring comprising a D-section hoop with teardrop panels to the shoulders, fronds below and Latin epigram 'pulvis et umbra sumus' (we are [but] dust and shadow); ellipsoid bezel with intaglio standing figure of Death with a scythe, axes and other weapons in the field. 12.2 grams, 27mm overall, 19.02mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 9, Europe 19.69, Japan 19) (1"). Private collection, UK; formed in the 1980s. Fine condition. A large wearable size.