Victorian Diamond 5-Stone Star Gypsy Ring

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Victorian Diamond 5-Stone Star Gypsy Ring

$1,750.00

Description

DATE: Victorian, c.1880

A fantastic Victorian gypsy ring with five old mine cut diamonds, gradated in size and are set within stars. Stars were powerful motif to the Victorians, symbolising both guidance and destiny. It's crafted in 18k gold with scroll details to the shoulders.

Ever wondered where the term "gypsy ring" comes from? There are a couple of theories that go around. The most commonly cited tale is that in the Victorian times, and possibly slightly earlier, aristocratic types travelling between their city dwellings and rural estates were afraid of robbers/highwaymen/bandits/etc. Holding up their coaches and stealing their cash and belongings - including, of course, jewellery. So to try and prevent their jewels being taken, they would have the stones set flush with the gold so they couldn't be easily pried out.

STONES

Old Mine Cut Diamonds

MEASUREMENTS

Width at head: 6.6mm

Width of band: 2.8mm

Rise off finger: 2mm

WEIGHT

4.5g

MARKS

Partial English hallmarks for 18k gold, London

CONDITION

Excellent