ABOUT:
Victorian era black enamel and 14k gold with an old mine cut diamond set in a closed back face with striking black scalloped surround. Around the shank in gothic font it reads "In Memory Of".
No hallmarks remain but sold to me from a reputable source in Europe and tested to confirm. T
Antique boxes, props, staircases and bannisters ; ) not included. Please note the measurements as I have small fingers and it can be difficult to determine scale from pictures.
MEASUREMENTS:
Size 5 3/4 , The ring face is 8mm north to south and the wide shank is 4.3mm, weighs 2.55g.
Wonderful to see how well intact the enamel is. It has some surface nicks and scuffs but is complete with no loss to the gold underneath and bold outlines all around the letter panels. Some natural inclusions to the diamond under magnification. But quite a sturdy piece in great shape considering age.
IMPORTANT CONDITION NOTES:
Please note that all my pieces are pre-owned and in estate condition. They will have patina, surface wear, a few small nicks. These pieces may also have evidence of a sizing, some build up around the stones and / or inclusions seen under magnification, typical for antique pieces. I have mentioned any noticeable issues above and they are all still wearable and eager to be loved and accepted for many years to come, (the preservation of antique jewelry, even those with signs of their age and history, is important to me. : )
But - Please note due to age, this piece is not in mint condition. Pictures also serve as part of the description and condition report so please utilize the zoom feature which will magnify any wear significantly more than what is visible to the eye while wearing : )
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SOCIAL:
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