Antique Art Nouveau Opal Ring 18k Gold

Signet rings began in ancient Egypt. Pharaohs, religious leaders, and nobility wore rings that were flat on one side and decorated with symbology unique to the wearer. Most people were illiterate so a seal as a signature assured authenticity. Seals date back to Mesopotamia, around 3500 BC. It was the Egyptians however, that crafted the idea of a seal into a ring. Cut to a few thousand years later, and we have the Victorian Era. Signet rings were used by the elite to show wealth and fashion, as well as for practical purposes like signing documents. The ring face might express a coat of arms, a set of initials, a family crest, or a motif that was strictly used by the owner. These rings weren’t just worn on the pinky, they were mounted onto chains or worn on a pocket watch.

This Victorian signet ring was handcrafted in England around 1850. It features a shield-shaped motif with an agate intaglio at the center with engraved accents on the shoulders and the band. The white agate showcases a cross intaglio. The ring face measures 10.2 x 12.1 x 2.6 mm off the finger and the band width is 2.3 mm at the back. This ring bears no marks and has been acid tested at 15 karat gold. It weighs 3.0 grams and is a size 5.5.

This ring would look handsome on the finger of a gentlemen. It would also look quite fabulous hanging from your favorite gold chain and clasped around your neck!

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You know that little restaurant in Monaco, by the bay, with the oysters? You know how the air is sultry, and the food is divine, and the company is always grand? Yeah, that place, with the large alcove windows, where they serve water in crystal. That’s where I wore this ring last, it rivaled the ocean with its majesty, seemed to shine extra bright so near it’s watery beginnings. The gray-blue and lustrous white pearls were enough to keep my eyes off of the view and on my finger. Who knew pearls could be so enticing? Oh wait, I did.  

This antique pearl and diamond ring was handcrafted around 1890, I haven’t tested it, but I believe that these are likely natural pearls. There are six old European cut diamonds, set in clusters of three, on each end of the dual pearl ring face. Each diamond averages at around 2.28 mm in diameter, measuring approximately .05 carats each, .3 carats in total. The ring face measures 17 x 15 x 7 mm off the finger and the band width is 1.7 mm at the back. This ring weighs 5.3 grams and is a size 5.5. It bears no marks and has been acid tested.

This ring will fit in perfectly whether dressed up or dressed down. Trust me, I insist. That’s the magic of pearls, these stones from the sea are a versatile little gem, ready to show off at any moment.

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I’ve often felt that there’s mystery in a jade stone. In Mandarin, “jade” (yu) refers to a fine, beautiful stone with a warm color and rich luster. In Chinese culture, jade symbolizes nobility, perfection, and immortality. It’s known as the “imperial gem” as it was worn by the most wealthy and influential members of society. It has been mined and used in jewelry for royalty since the Neolithic period. It’s a fascinating stone as it’s an intimate part of the lives of Chinese of all ranks and classes.

This beautiful gold jade ring was handcrafted around 1920. This oval stunner is a Chinese piece, crafted in 14 karat gold. The ring face measures 20.2 x 17 x 6.7 mm off the finger and the band width is 2.6 mm at the back. This size 6 US ring weighs 5.5 grams and has been acid tested. It bears Chinese import marks and has a maker’s mark, “KW”.

Take your style game up a notch with this dazzling jade ring. It’s the ultimate as far as accessories go. It’s traveled the world and back again and is still taking breaths away.

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I could have worn it on the pinky, like a gentleman does. I could have shaken hands and shown it off, tilting it toward the light just so. I could have slipped it onto a chain and left it hang there for the world to see so obviously.

“Victoria, what’s on your forefinger?”

“Bloodstone, my dear.”

“You sure know how to dress for an occasion.”

“I certainly like to think so.” I let the ring sit there, on the forefinger resting on my hip. It wasn’t asking for attention but somehow it was getting it anyway. Honestly, I wasn’t about to argue, fate is as fate does. 

This Victorian bloodstone signet ring was handcrafted in England around 1890. It’s an antique piece with an oval flat-cut bloodstone at the center, bezel set in 18 karat gold. The bloodstone measures 11 x 9.4 x 2.4 mm. The ring face measures 13.3 x 11.3 x 3 mm off the finger and the band width is 3.6 mm at the back. This ring is a size 5.5 US and it weighs 5.4 grams. It bears the crown mark for England and the gold purity mark, “18”. The maker’s mark reads, “S.B&S”.

A ring like this has power, it has glory, it has that something you just can’t quite put your finger on. I think it’s time you got to wear it.

I offer a 3 or 4 payment layaway on most items purchased for full retail price, please inquire if you are interested in setting up a layaway. Items ship when payment is complete and items purchased or payments made on layaway are eligible for store credit only.

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