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Find Out MoreAn unusual 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. gold ring that was made in Birmingham in 1873. It has been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. set with shaped naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments. split pearls and rubies and chalcedonyA microcrystalline type of quartz occurring in several different forms including onyx and agate.. Chalcedony is a semi transparent stone and dates back to Byzantine times. This example is a banded stone and has been cut through to contrast the white bandA type of ring which is an equal width all the way round. They are traditionally used for wedding rings.
with the green colour beneath. It is a pansy design that literally means “Pense a moi” a pun on the French words to “Think of me”. The Victorians were very fond of sending secret messages through the meaning or cutting of stones. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. has been entirely engraved with scrolls. A pretty ring to wear as a dress ring.
We all love this beautiful detailed ring.
Assayed in 1873
15.625 for 15ct gold
Maker's mark J.B.R
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