Mid-19th Century Rings

Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Mourning Ring. This incredible ring is in good condition but is missing the hair that lines the inside of the ring. Some remnan...

Featuring three emerald cut emeralds weighing approximately 1.44 carats total Transparent medium green and alternating with old European cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.74 car...

An antique ring (circa 1830-1840) featuring a ruby and diamond flower on a 12ct gold band. The face of the ring measures 0.3 inches from north to south, and it is in great condition...

Antique victorian 10k gold ring centered with 2 rose cut diamonds in full facets excellent spark back foiled with total estimate diamond weight of 1.80 carats ring dates back to the ...

Exuding timeless elegance, this striking ring features a rectangular Carnelian intricately carved with a rare double head. The stone is set in a warm, gold-toned band adorned with de...

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring ~2ct in 14 Karat Yellow Gold RARE This exquisite and rare Victorian ~2ct Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring is set in 14 karat yellow gold a...

Circa 1850s Yellow Gold Buckle Form Mourning, Memorial Ring, measuring 3/16 inch wide with the center set with woven hair. Finger size 10, amazing, excellent condition considering ...

A rare 19th century princely gold cluster ring made in Siam (Thailand), circa 1860.This gorgeous ruby and diamond ring was intricately crafted in high-karat gold, by the goldsmiths of the royal Siam court in the 19th century. It is a fine example of the lavish adornment worn by participants in royal and aristocratic life-cycle ceremonies in the courts of Bangkok. Aside from ceremonial use, they were also occasionally given as gifts to important visitors or other aristocratic families. There was a huge expansion in the number of royals in 19th century Siam which 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 and the sheer number of jewellery required has meant that today princely jewels like this one can very occasionally be found in the open market, particularly in Europe following the relocation of the Thai royal family to Switzerland and France in the 1930’s and 1940’s. The ring features a row of cabochon rubies horizontally aligned, surrounded by a sea of rose cut diamonds. All of the stones are in rubover settings within a web of hexagonal honeycomb frames. The band is decorated with pierced and deeply chased scrollwork motifs, typical of Siam jewellery...

Moscow, 1866 This impressive Russian antique ring is crafted in 23K gold (95.55% pure). It features an old mine cabochon-cut pink sapphire of notable size and soft, glowing luster. ...

It has delicately floral carvings that hold this stunning diamond in place sprinkled with a multitude of accent diamonds. The center diamond is approximately 2.7 carats. This ring i...

This 18k gold early Victorian ring features three Old Mind Cut diamonds encased in blue enamel square details. The diamonds are housed in a square, carved out setting in the 18k gold that creates a gorgeous contrast against the navy blue. The center square is larger, with a punched out format that raises it a layer above the rest of the ring. The deep blue enamel creates a ribbonlike detail on each end of the design. The diamonds are bead set, which enhances their sparkle and gives the visual illusion that they are square-shaped. At a larger size of 10.5, this makes a great unisex ring, ideal for a man or a woman’s middle finger. The ring contains approximately 1/3 of a carat of natural antique diamonds. The center diamond is 3.5 mm, and two side diamonds are 2.5 mm. All three diamonds are Old Mine Cut with chunky shape and large culets. The diamonds are bright and lively, H-I in color, SL2 in clarity. The ring is marked with 18CT and the maker’s mark of “G.TS”. The center square is 3/8” wide and the band tapers down to 3/16” on the bottom. The ring weighs 6.3 grams. Ring size 10.5; due to the enamel, we do not recommend resizing. This could make a beautiful wedding band but is also perfect for anyone who wants a treasured piece of the past. We currently have a women’s ring in our collection that makes a beautiful counterpart to this ring and could make a matching pair of wedding rings. See our 15K Early Victorian Diamond and Blue Enamel Star Ring...

Stepping back into History An impressive antique Carnelian intaglio seal ring, bearing full British hallmarks for 1868 age and 18 ct gold The face set with a large oval piece of Carn...

A poignant relic of love and remembrance, this extraordinary mourning ring features a finely crafted Tree of Life—formed from macerated hair and set beneath a luminous domed rock cry...

10K gold signet ring featuring an intaglio carving of a stag with the French motto "Tout Bien Ou Rien" ("All well or nothing"), signifying nobility, excellence, and commitment. Made...

Round gold ring, in the center a micromosaic depicting a girl in folk costume on a glass paste in imitation of malachite. Roman manufacture of the mid ...

Centering five near-round button pearls set with belcher prongs east to west Graduated and ranging in size from 3.0 to 4.5 mm White, cream, and gray in body color with strong iridesc...

This red cushion cut cut ruby is custom set in an antique one-of-kind diamond and platinum ring, consisting of 1 "pigeon blood red" cushion cut ruby of Burmese origin with no indicat...

This unusual cast Iron signet ring features a finely designed bouquet of fruits and flowers in a high footed vase. The ring shoulders are decorated with flowers and leaves.

Georgian diamond coronet cluster ring. Set centrally with a triangular rose cut diamond in a closed back grain setting with a weight of 0.70 carats, encirc...

Antique turquoise and pearl locket memorial ring. The circular bezel is set with one central cabochon turquoise in a closed back grain setting, encircled b...

Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Rare yellow gold antique ring, it is formed of 2 rings imbricated one in the other and chiselled on all their turn. The alliance splits to let appear on the edge of one of them an inscription: "A. MAIRINE. M.SURON AIID 22 Avril 1872". Size: 7.75 ; not modifiable. Width: 4,3 mm approximately, thickness: 1 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 3,6 g approximately. Authentic antique jewelry - Work of the second half of the XIXth century. Our opinion : many of these antique wedding rings...

a true gem ! in very good condition made at year 1851 in England ! beautiful hand made filigree 14k yellow gold approx 8.40 grams Purple Oval Amethyst 9 x12 mm area on top size app...

A gorgeous ring from the Early Victorian (ca1850s) era! Crafted in 15kt rose gold, this ring displays a lovely hardstone cameo. The cameo is carved from a single piece of agate and depicts a figure carrying a jug and a staff. Though it is a single stone, the brown agate figure...

19th century english old cut diamonds and enamel ring. 18K gold. Made in England approx 1860s. Diamonds approx 0.60 carats in total. Size 17.5. / O 1/2 Weight c. 5.5 g

Circa 1850 14 - 15k Yellow Gold Mourning Memorial ring, in a Navette shape measuring 1 1/8 inch in length X 5/8 inch wide, light color woven hai...

A fine and impressive 2.28 carat amethyst and 15 karat yellow gold ring; part of our diverse antique amethyst jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive anti...

Victorian Enamel Ring: This antique ring (circa 1860-1870) features cobalt blue enamel with a halo of pearls and diamond accents mounted in 14k gold. The face of the ring measures 1...

Genuine Original Victorian Antique from 1860's-1880's Ruby Solitaire Ring .55ct Round Cut Sz 8 Yellow Gold Features a Genuine Natural .55ct Round Ruby Gemstone...

Centering a round shaped opal cabochon measuring 7.5 mm round Translucent white in body color with spectral play-of-color Set by talon prongs with a halo surround of diamonds Old Eur...

This remarkable ring, dating back to 1857, is a beautiful testament to the timeless elegance of 19th-century jewellery design. The ring is beautifully centred with a fantastic old m...

It is such a delight when we discover a small but scintillating treasure! This is an antique hardstone cameo with a naturalistic shape in the form of a halo of rose cut diamonds surr...

Designed as a silver-topped knot motif wrapping around a heart shaped form Heart centers a pear cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.45 carat Transparent medium blue in color and be...

Purity & Fidelity This stunning antique ring is from the Victorian period Classy Trilogy design related to sentiment and life together Composed by a selection of three stone for mean...

Dating to the 1830s, this beautiful cluster ring is a collection of rose cut diamonds. They have a combined weight of 0.35 carat and are rub over set. The ring has a marquise design ...

Victorian Horseshoe Tiara Ring Rose Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Gold The Victorian Double Horseshoe Tiara Ring, crafted in the 1860s, is a remarkable testament to the artistry of the era....

A very fine Victorian black enamel mourning ring. The ring holds a lock of hair within a glazed panel. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1866. Ring Size: M 1/2...

An antique Georgian diamond cluster ring, with a rectangular old mine-cut diamond in the centre, with a two row cluster of old mine-cut diamonds, in silver-upon-gold crown settings, ...

An Egyptian revival ring. Magnificent antique 19th century ring, created in Europe in the Egyptian revival style, back in the 1860's. The outstanding ring has been crafted with classic patterns in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with high polished finish. The main decorative element is the elegant portrait in profile of an Egyptian queen facing to the left and wearing diamond's jewelry such, dangle earrings and a tiara. The queen's portrait is decorated with the difficult polychrome enamel technique, called Peinture sur émail. The craftmanship is exceptionally well done and surely is a one-of-a-kind conversation piece. Egyptian Revival Jewelry For centuries, Ancient Egypt has held the fascination of the public and continues to inspire artists and designers alike. Between the 1860 and 1890, ancient cities were discovered, such as Troy, Pompeii and Alexandria. Archaeological excavations in Egypt, Greece and Rome, discovered artistic pieces of these ancient cultures. These fabulous discoveries, stimulated cultural trips to these countries, popularly called "grand tour". Being the case that the enthusiast visitors bring back small objects, like souvenirs to be assembled into jewelry. The starting point of these trips were in the cities of Rome and Venice. Diamonds: Mount in inlaid settings, with 11 European rose cuts diamonds, 0.22 carats, G/H color, SI clarity. Weight: 5.95 Grams, (3.85 Dwt). Size: 5.5 and may be sized on request. Measurements: 20 mm by 14 mm (0.79 x 0.55 Inches) and raise 4 mm over the finger. Hallmarks Un marked, electronically tested for 14kt (.585/.999). References: From the collection of Edith Weber Antique Jewelry. Jewelry from Edith Weber was worn at the Academy Awards and graced many major national magazines. Their store at The Carlyle was described as a historical jewel box with esoteric jewelry...

Antique diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back gold cut down setting with an approximate weight of 0.80 carats, flanked b...

Colombian emerald and diamond cocktail ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with minor clarity enha...

Crafted in the 1830s, this Georgian ring features three primary rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.50 carats, with a warm J-K color and SI-I clarity. Framing the center trio ...

An early Victorian pearl and ruby cluster ring, the ring set with a cushion-cut ruby, surrounded by six half pearls measuring approximately 3.7mm, flanked by pearl trefoils, all set...

This wonderful lava ring was sold in Naples to travelers on the Grand Tour as souvenir jewelry in the 1820’s to 40's after the discovery of the ruins ...

A striking victorian Flower form ring featuring a 0.50 carat old mine cut diamond, with a clarity of VS2 and an H color grade. The central diamond is surrounded by 2.20 carats of ro...

This antique signet ring features an intaglio carved in bloodstone, set in a 22kt yellow gold mount. The intaglio depicts Demeter (Greek: Δημήτηρ), the Greek goddess of the harvest, ...

Circa 1850s Yellow Gold Mourning, Memorial Band Ring, measuring 1/4 inch wide with delicate Milgrain edges, the center is very finely Woven Hair, a cent...

Antique early Victorian 15kt Gold and Silver closed back Rose-Cut Diamond Cluster Ring. This antique ring features a 15kt gold band with a silver setting. The ring is adorned with a...

Here we have a stunning sapphire and diamond cluster ring. This antique piece features an single oval shaped cushion cut natural unheated sapphire at the centre of the face possessin...

This intricate snake design ring dates back to the 1860s. The Victorian rarity features an unusual square rose cut diamond set atop the snakes head, surrounded by standard rose cut d...

A 3.0-carat luminous Australian opal with iridescent hues of blue, green, yellow, orange and pink centers this exquisite antique ring surrounded by a halo of 0.85 carats of rose-cut ...

Perfect for a special anniversary or engagement ring, this is a romantic love ring in many ways starting with the turquoise stone as a focal point. Our diamond cluster ring was handc...

Victorian pink topaz and diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced pink topaz in an open back ...

Pearl and black enamel memorial ring. Set to centre with an oblong crystal slice covering plaited hair in a closed back setting, encircled by a ro...

14kt yellow gold on the lid with a micromosaic of the Colosseum within an black glass frame. Size: 7 Weight: 11,40gr. Top size diameter : 22mm

Antique Russian 14kt. yellow gold Carnelian signet large size men's ring. Made in 1844 The dimensions - Ring Size: Finger Size (UK) = V (EU) = 63 3/4(US) = 10.75 Weight : 9.00...

No Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring 18K Unique Yellow Gold Victorian 1869 Engraved 'Where I give my heart I live 19 Dec 1869 L.E J.' 3.7 gr...

A Victorian pearl, almandine garnet, demantoid garnet, and yellow gold ring, comprising three half pearls, two almandine garnets, and four demantoid garnets, in 15 karat yellow gold....

20 carat engraved monogram signet ring skillfully hand carved with deeply carved repousse shoulders set in an gold shield shaped bevel with monogrammed initials JHW. Chased ornate ...

The gorgeous banded agate stone in this memorial ring is jet black and has a stylish white line straight through the middle of it. Modelled in 18ct gold and hallmarked London 1853. T...

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...