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Find Out MoreA gorgeous and very impressive 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold ring that was made in the 1950s. It was imported in to France and stamped with the owl mark as proof that it is 18ct gold. It is typical of 1950’s design with a gold wire shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. to a claw settingA series of precious metal prongs, or “claws”, designed to hold a gemstone securely in place whilst allowing maximum light to reach it.. The huge rectangular cut aquamarineAquamarine (from the Latin, “water from the sea”) is a blue variety of the mineral, beryl, of which emerald is the less durable but more prized green variety. Aquamarine was believed to protect sailors at sea and banish fear. has an intense blue colour and an estimated weight of over 26 caratsThe unit of weight for a diamond or other gemstone and also for a pearl. Abbreviated 'ct', 1 carat is equal to 0.2 grams. In reference to gold, a unit of purity or fineness of gold and gold alloy, expressed as a number out of 24 parts by weight, e.g. '24 carat' signifies pure gold, '18 carat' 18/24th gold in the alloy, et cetera. Also abbreviated as 'c.... Aquamarine’s name comes from the Latin for seawater and it was said to calm waves and keep sailors safe at sea. March’s birthstoneEach month has a particular gemstone associated with it. Each stone is thought to be lucky for the person born in that month. was also thought to enhance the happiness of marriages. It also represents the 19th year of marriage. This ring can be resized larger but please note that there may be an extra cost due to the added gold.
This is the largest aquamarine ring that we have ever come across!
Owl (Hibou for articles of 18ct gold imported in to France)
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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