Mid-19th Century Rings

Centering an emerald cut emerald weighing approximately 0.35 carat total Transparent vibrant medium green in color - prong set With a recessed halo surround of old European cut diam...

155 years old Flower Ring in excellent condition. Four bezel set natural Opal settings Ø 4.25 mm/ 0.28ct each + one old diamond cut / claw set rosy Red Garnet setting Ø 4mm/0.25ct...

Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A victorian period diamond cluster ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Centered by a 0.25 carat old Mine cut diamond. Accented by a halo of pave set Rose cu...

Great Signet Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with detailed hand - engraved intaglio with symbols of Faith Hope and Love on convex shaped paste Glass 8.3mm x 7.3mm x 1.5mm deep .Well do...

Antique Buckle Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1863 Beautifully engraved Victorian buckle ring. The buckle has long been a symbol of eve...

An unapologetically regal natural, untreated pink topaz gemstone is surrounded by a halo of natural uncultured saltwater pearls in this magnificently rare and beautiful unisex ring f...

18ct Gold Antique Diamond ring 0.33 Carat each diamond is a beautiful high quality earth mined diamond very clear lively diamonds Size - inner diameter 18.8mm = R 1/2 Weight 2.42 gr...

A gorgeous diamond cluster ring from the Victorian (ca1850s) era! This exquisite ring is made of vibrant 22kt yellow gold topped in sterling silver. A sparkling 1.35ct old mine cut d...

The victorian garnet stones in this navette cluster ring are a gorgeous deep red and are so glossy. Modelled in 9carat gold with decorative should...

Vintage Blue Enameled Dome Ring In Yellow Gold Introducing this exquisite Vintage Enamel Ring, a true embodiment of Mid-Century elegance, crafted ...

An Antique Georgian Dome Rose Cut Diamond Ring. Boasting a splendid center stone that captures the essence of the Georgian period's sophistication, this 8 mm in length, 7 mm wide, an...

Antique Snake Ring 18ct Rose Gold Tested Circa 1840s This antique Georgian snake ring is a stunning piece of jewellery, crafted from 18ct rose...

Here we have a lovely sapphire and diamond three stone ring. The focal marquise shaped sapphire sits bezel set at the centre of the piece and is flanked on either side by a single ro...

Antique Garnet & Pearl Dress Ring 9ct Gold Tested Circa 1850 A conversion from an early Victorian brooch to a lovely statement ring. Set with natural garnets & seed pearls. Mea...

Featuring three round opal cabochons ranging in size from 3.5 to 4.5 mm Translucent white in body color with spectral play-of-color Set with belcher-style prongs with diamonds prong...

Moody foil backed rose-cut diamonds softly shimmer in this delightful Georgian half-hoop band. Expertly hand fabricated in darkened silver over 15k gold, this antique treasure is not...

An antique Georgian era turquoise and diamond ring designed as a stylized heart comprised of a pear-shaped turquoise in an old-mine diamond surround with openwork shoulders, in silve...

This Victorian-era ring presents a stunning combination of 18 karat rose gold and platinum, a testament to the period's craftsmanship. The ring features a central synthetic ruby, app...

Antique Marquise Ring 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1850 Fabulous, early Victorian ring. Beautiful marquise/navette shaped, decorated with gorgeous red & white enamel which is in perfe...

Antique Daisy Cluster Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1860 This stunning early Victorian daisy cluster ring is a true treasure. Crafted from 15ct g...

Antique Mourning Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked London 1844 Makers Mark S R Beautiful Victorian Mourning Ring. Set with Natural Seed Pearls & a Cabochon Foil Backed Gemstone- Poss...

An antique six-stone ring with old European cut diamonds and round cut rubies set in prongs. Total diamond weight: 1.10 carats, total ruby weight: 1.10 carats. Handcrafted in 18k yel...

An antique early Victorian gold, diamond, and enamel ring featuring a rose-cut diamond center in a tapering gold mount decorated with a blue enamel foliate pattern, in 15k gold. Eng...

This is a Victorian band ring crafted in 14K yellow gold. Circa 1870. The piece features blue and black enamel. Weight: 2.03g Size: 18.75 (US 8.75) ——— If you have any question...

A French antique, Louis Philippe I period, cluster ring, in the Georgian style, set with a cushion cut, pale yellow, citrine, in a gold rub over setting, with an old mine-cut diamond...

Victorian diamond and enamel memorial ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine cut diamond in an open back grain setting with an approximate weight of 0.15 carats, to a shie...

Ring in 18 karat rose gold. Lovely antique ring, it is closed set in the center of an octagonal hematite surrounded by a chiseled decoration imitating diamonds. On both sides, the start of the ring is adorned with two chiseled triangular motifs. Height: 14.7 mm, width: 10.8 mm, thickness: 5.5 mm, width of the ring at the base: 4.1 mm. Total weight of the jewel: 3,5 g approximately. US Size : 8,5 ; Free resize, please contact us. Authentic antique ring - French work of the second half of 19th century - micro-scratches on hematite little visible. Our opinion: An antique hematite ring...

Tiffany & Co Silver 1837 Band, with Box Tiffany & Co unisex sterling silver 1837 concave band. Stamped 1837, Tifffany & Co, .925 and weighs 7.8 grams. Conca...

An outstandingly rare mid-19th century royal Siam diamond cluster ring, made by the royal goldsmiths of the court of Bangkok. This is an extremely fine example of the jewellery commissioned and subsequently bestowed by the Kings of Siam, principally to be worn by participants in royal and aristocratic life-cycle ceremonies in the courts of Bangkok. In the mid-19th century, King Mongkut (Rama IV) of Siam also commissioned the courtly jewellers to create a number of faithful replicas of these ceremonial jewels to be offered as gifts to diplomatic families, important visitors and to Heads of State across the world when re-establishing diplomatic relationships. One such example (which is remarkably similar to the present ring) resides in the museum of the Château de Fontainebleau (item F1518C) where it was given as a gift from King Mongkut to Napoléon-III on the important ambassadorial visit of 1861 (see photos for a side by side comparison). Ceremonial Use: During the 19th century, many rings were made every year by the royal jewellers for ceremonial use. Examples of these lavish cluster rings being worn for these life-cycle ceremonies can be seen on old photos and paintings of the Royal Tonsure Ceremony, also known as ‘the cutting of the top-knot’ ceremony, which marked the transition from childhood into adulthood for all of the (many!) sons and daughters of the Siam royal family. The huge expansion in the number of royals in 19th century Siam stemmed from Kings Mongkut (Rama IV) and Chulalongkorn (Rama V) being highly polygamous. They had a joint total of 124 wives and 159 royal children, each requiring their own ceremonial regalia and princely jewels. As a result, Bangkok became home to some incredibly skilled goldsmiths in this period. The Tonsure ceremony was performed by the King, and lasted three days and three nights. All of the royal children would be dressed in the most splendid costumes and adorned with a vast amount of jewels on several parts of the body. Their costumes and jewels differed according to their title and rank. Diamonds for instance, would be bestowed to the highest ranking noble children. The royal children were allowed to keep their regalia and jewels as a present on entering adulthood to indicate their social status among society. Over the years, these royal jewels have been dispersed across the many noble families, with currently only a few important pieces remaining in the royal collection. Today, the number of royals in Thailand is contracting as the country follows the Chinese nobility system whereby with each generation the noble rank of a family decreases by one ranking so that eventually the majority of descendants will lose their noble status completely. This loss of royal privilege, coupled with the dilution of wealth has meant that items such as this ring become available on the open market. Following the end of the absolute monarchy in Thailand in 1932, many members of the royal family relocated to Europe and as a consequence, princely Thai items can occasionally be found in the European art market. Gift Exchange: In Siam culture, great importance is placed on the ancestral process of gift-exchange. During the reign of King Mongkut, close relationships with some powerful countries were cultivated in order to hold the balance of power and to save Siam from being colonised. The King used gift-exchange to establish diplomatic relations with other heads of state around the world, as well as with other kings, princes and sultans closer to home. He sent troupes of ambassadors to England (1857) and France (1861) with seemingly endless amounts of trunks filled with lavish gifts in order to dazzle the heads of state with the extraordinary quality and variety of Siam craftsmanship. These gifts consisted of faithful replicas of the Royal Regalia and objects belonging to the King himself; items and jewellery worn by him on his Tonsure ceremony and on his coronation day. Enormous time and effort was required by the Siam court to assemble these numerous gifts, as they emanated from the very same royal goldsmiths and courtly craftsman who had made the original ceremonial items. The most famous of these ceremonies took place at the Chateau de Fontainebleau in 1861. The painting by Jean-Léon Gérôme that immortalised the event prominently features the most spectacular of these gifts. Among the 150 gifts presented to Napoléon-III by the Siam ambassadors were two diamond-set rings, both of which are on display in the Musée du Chateau de Fontainebleau (item no. F1518C and F1519C). One of these rings is a rose cut diamond cluster and bears a striking resemblance to the ring we are offering. According to Bruley (2011), this ring, presented to Napoleon-III, was a faithful replica of the ring worn by King Mongkut on his own coronation day in 1851, which now resides in the Pavilion of Royal Regalia in Thailand. The Ring: From whichever angle the present ring is viewed, it is a masterpiece of design and a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the Siam royal goldsmiths. The bezel head is composed of two layers, the uppermost, containing the large triangle shaped table-cut diamond, is riveted to the main body of the ring. The second layer of the cluster is set with a further eight rose cut diamonds and this section allows for small rotation, typical of Siam jewellery...

A gorgeous antique emerald and diamond ring dating to the 19th century. The central prong-set 0.3ct pear cut natural emerald displays a gorgeous lush green hue and great saturation. ...

Circa 1850 - 1870 14k Yellow Gold Buckle Form Mourning Ring, measuring 1/4 inch wide and is a 6 3/4 finger size, incredible near mint condition considering the age with hand engravin...

This Victorian ring is a remarkable piece of jewelry that encapsulates the grandeur of the Victorian era. It is masterfully crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, which offers a warm, ri...

This striking antique gold cluster ring dates to the mid-19th century. The ring is crafted in 18K gold with black enamel. In the centre rests a vibrant 0.44ct step cut emerald in an open-backed rubover setting. The stone is a wonderful vivid green colour and sits majestically within a halo of rose cut diamonds. The gaps in between the stones are accented with black enamel which contrasts the emerald beautifully. The open work shoulders form a lattice motif, which leads to a tapering, fluted shank. UK size N, US size 6.5 The ring weighs 4.87 grams and is stamped with a later ‘750’ mark to indicate 18K gold. The emerald is in great condition, it is securely set with no signs of surface damage - it display a great colour and clarity with natural inclusions. It measures 4mm in diameter. The rose cut diamonds measure 2mm across. The round bezel measures 13mm in diameter. The ring sits fairly flat on the finger to allow for frequent wear, and the emerald is open-backed which makes it easy to clean! A truly gorgeous and highly unusual antique emerald cluster ring.

Victorian Statements! An impressive, large, imposing oval head, Victorian Bohemian Garnet ring Statement piece for the antique Garnets lovers, large, eye-catching, rare Hand crafted...

A stunning 1.86 carat Burmese ruby is the focal point of this superb Victorian era ring. The principal stone displays an intense purplish red, certified by American Gemological Labor...

A wonderful amethyst cluster ring with a pearl at the centre. Amethyst total 30pts. Modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Cluster diameter: 9mm Weight: 1.4g

An early victorian period blue Iolite and natural split pearl ring in 14 karat yellow gold. Centered by a 1.00 carat vivid blue natural Iolite which often mistaken for blue sapphire....

Experience elegance and enchantment with our extraordinary Victorian Diamond and Sapphire Ring. Set in resplendent 10k gold, the band itself is a canvas for the most intricate and en...

An exquisite antique five-stone ring adorned with cushion-cut natural sapphires and old European cut diamonds. The sapphires total approximately 1.20 carats, while the featured diamo...

Step into a world of timeless elegance and whimsical allure with this Victorian peridot, pearl, and turquoise ring. Nestled in a bed of lustrous 10k gold, this stunning ring showcase...

Antique diamond solitaire ring with a 0.35-carat old mine cut diamond, I color, VS1 clarity, set in prongs. Victorian-era craftsmanship in silver on 18k yellow gold, circa 1860. R...

AMETHYST CABOCHON AND ROSE CUT DIAMOND RING A lovely early Victorian ring set with a good deep color, bright purple cabochon shaped amethyst measuring approx. 2.70 carats (9.22X7.74X5.24mm). Surrounding it are graded 14 rose cut diamonds. The top is silver, and the shank is 18K yellow gold. Amethyst was used in antique mourning jewellery...

Early Victorian Era Rose cut Diamond Men Ring (1837-1860) Antique Victorian Era Diamond Men’s Ring. The 14K/15K yellow gold (touchstone tested) ring is centered with a rose cut diamond in a pinched collect silver setting, surrounded by finely chased gold rococo style scrolls. Estimated total diamond measures 7.3mmX6.3mm approx. (deep cannot be estimated due to the setting). Width 14,8 mm (0.58 inches). Size 58 (18.6 mm). Rare men’s ring...

Beautiful mourning ring with highly decorative shoulders. This particular ring holds a lovely enamel face with the words 'In Memory Of' which surround a glazed panel...

A handmade victorian period rose cut diamond naivette shaped ring in 18 karat gold and silver. Bearing French hallmarks on the shank, this mid 19th century ring features 19 antique r...

Ring in 18 karat rose gold. Charming antique ring, it is formed of a double flat ring, each one decorated on the front of 3 half pearls and rose- cut diamonds in geometrical setting. Height : 8.5 mm approximately, width : 11.5 mm approximately, thickness : 2.4 mm, width of the ring at the base : 2.4 mm. Total weight of the jewel : 1,9 g approximately. US Size : 6.5 ; Free resize, please contact us. Authentic antique jewel - French work from the second half of the 19th century. Our opinion : Intended rather for a thin hand, this antique natural pearl ring...

Antique Diamond Solitaire: This engagement ring showcases a charming 0.42-carat antique cushion cut diamond, J color, and SI1 clarity, set securely in prongs. The diamond resides wit...

Antique diamond cluster ring with central old-cut cushion weighing approximately 1.35cts. Surrounded by 2 rows of old European diamonds. Approximately 4cts of diamonds in total. Unma...

Antique old-cut diamond navette-shaped panel ring. Set throughout with old mine and old European diamonds. Approximately 7cts of diamonds in total. With French makers mark and French...

Antique 1850s ring centered with 1 large rose cut diamond 3mm diameter flanked with rose cut diamonds estimate weight of 1.5 carats white color excellent spark back foiled ring...

An old ring made of 0.750 yellow gold with three round sapphires and four diamonds. 4 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing approx. 0.20 ct (colour G-I clarity I1) and 3 faceted sap...

This navette ring is silver on 14k yellow gold. It features a row of five old European cut diamonds set in prongs. The open-work mounting is surrounded by a border of small rose-cut ...

Victorian turquoise and diamond 7-stone ring. The 3 cabochon turquoises interspersed with 4 old cut diamonds and with tiny rose-diamond spacers. Unmarked but tests as 18ct yellow gol...

As a representation of elegance and serendipity, this 18 karat yellow gold ring showcases a clover emblem - a symbol historically associated with good fortune and prosperity. At th...

LATE GEORGIAN ROSE CUT DIAMOND CLUSTER RING (Europe Ca. 1830) Wheel of fire! Eight rose cut diamonds encircle the central diamond. Resembling a star or sun, a mound of silver encases...

Vintage silver cameo shell ring. Moderate wear throughout. Missing one stone. Vintage silver cameo shell ring. Moderate wear throughout. Missing one stone. Vintage silver cameo she...

Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 8.8 Grams Ring Size: 6.75 Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 7 blue sapphires Sapphire Carat Weight: ~ 0.15 carats C...

Antique Emerald and Diamond Navette Shaped Ring 19th Century.. Georgian rings are rare and usually experience a few subtle makeovers as they journey through time. In this one, a central emerald weighing approx. 0.40 carats surrounded by 17 rose-cut diamonds are enwrapped--and enhanced--by darkened silver over gold weighing in total 1.40 carats, all the stones back foiled. This striking mix contrasts beautifully with its subtly decorated, brightly yellow gold ring shank in 18 Karat Gold (the 18K ring shank was replaced at a later date), in order to protect the original Antique central Navette Iberian (Georgian) Ring, Total weight: 12.70 grams. Measures; Width 20mm X Length 24mm (USA 0.79 X 0.94inches) Ring Size 57 (USA 8)) Most rings can be sized up or down one size unless noted and sometimes can be sized more. Iberian Jewellery...