Ring of Lord Nelson's hair

A ring made from plaited hair secured by a gold band. With a piece of paper inscribed: 'A ring of the Lord Nelson's hair presented by my worthy friend C. Woods Esq.'

Object Details

ID: REL0161
Collection: Relics
Type: Hair
Display location: Not on display
Date made: Early 19th century
People: Nelson, Horatio; Woods, C.
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 2 mm; Diameter: 22 mm