Victorian Sapphire & Diamond 5-Stone Half Hoop Ring rivière necklace and when Fripp died in

and when Fripp died in 1930 his Times obituary said of the Froth Blowers

Maybe given to someone as a mischievous gift or to a secret lover

The border features hand engraved thistle motifs

crafted in 18 karat gold with silver settings

possibly given away to guests attending

Victorian Sapphire & Diamond 5-Stone Half Hoop Ring rivière necklace and when Fripp died inDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 An elegant antique 5 stone half hoop ring set with sapphires and diamonds. It's modelled in rich 15k gold throughout, and set with alternating sapphires and old mine cut diamonds. The centre stone, a big and bright 1. 15ct OMC. With details to the shoulders, which travel along the band, it dates from the Victorian period, circa 1890. STONES Old Mine Cut Diamonds 1. 15ct centre OMC Natural Blue Sapphires MEASUREMENTS Head: 6. 2