ABOUT:
Romantic French regional antique ring in 18k gold, decorated at the center with two flaming hearts in gold pierced with an arrow, surrounded by blue enamel. Geometric details at each shoulder as well with black enamel outline. Beautiful warm and rich antique gold patina.
I found this is Belgium but it is French in origin, as the two countries histories were intertwined.
French antique hallmarks used primarily in the 1800s for 18k gold.
I have seen and offered a few of these over the years and have one in my personal collection, but this is the first I have seen with the two hearts motif. These were actually worn as wedding bands during the Victorian period even by men.
Antique box not included. Please note the measurements as I have small fingers and it can be difficult to determine scale from pictures.
MEASUREMENTS:
The ring is a size 9 1/2 on my mandrel.
The ring face is 7mm north south, tapering slightly but remaining wide all the way around.
The ring weight is 2.1 grams.
IMPORTANT CONDITION NOTES:
Surface wear to the enamel and a chip to the enamel in the upper right hand corner of the heart motif but still very legible. Blunt edge to the shank from age and wear.
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. : ) There are no dark spots to the gold, it was just difficult to photograph because it is so shiny and mirrored that it reflects its surroundings including the green trees out the window.
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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