A Grand Victorian Letter E Ring in Turquoise, Pearl and Gold, circa 1870
A personal jewel in every sense, this Victorian gold ring, circa 1870, centres on a pearl-set letter E resting among a lively mosaic of turquoise cabochons. The oval domed front has a charming, almost talismanic presence, while the ornate shoulders add the warmth and richness so loved in Grand Victorian jewellery. Small in scale but full of sentiment, the initial need not be your own; it may just as tenderly recall a beloved name, still carrying its quiet affection after more than a century.
Jewellery Type
ring
Condition
good condition
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Country of origin
unknown
Style
Victorian, Grand Victorian Period, circa 1860–1880
See also: Victorian
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Style specifics
Its domed oval front, set with turquoise cabochons and seed pearls, and its ornate gold shoulders reflect the Victorian taste for personal, richly ornamented jewels. The pearl-set initial gives the ring an intimate, sentimental character.
Period
ca. 1870
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era,
fashion of this era.
Theme
letter E
Material
18K
yellow gold
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Precious stones
36
turquoises and
fFourteen
half seed pearls
Birthstones
Turquoise is the birthstone (or month stone) for
December
and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
top of ring 1,17 cm (0,46 inch) x 2,21 cm (0,87 inch)
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Weight
5,40 gram (3,47 dwt)
Ring size Continental EU: 55 & 17½ , Size USA: 7¼ , Size UK: O
Resizing
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Adin Reference Nº
26106-00420
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