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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Eric Williams

Rare royal ring bought for £15 in charity shop could be worth huge sum

The rare royal mourning ring was bought from a charity shop in Leicester for just £15 (Hansons Auctioneers/PA) - (PA Media)

A rare mourning ring commissioned by George IV to commemorate his sister, Princess Amelia, is set to be auctioned after being purchased for just £15 at a charity shop in Leicester.

The ring, dating back to the early 19th century, was brought to auctioneer Charles Hanson by a client who was unaware of its historical significance.

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