18th Century Gold Fedé Ring Carnelian Victorian old mine cut diamond

Victorian old mine cut diamond heart pendant/locket set in silver and 18ct gold

The rectangular cut sapphire is approximately 1

centre stone SI1 and surrounding stones VS2

This ring was made circa 1940 and is set in iridium and platinum

The use of the Old European cut gives the diamonds a romantic

18th Century Gold Fedé Ring Carnelian Victorian old mine cut diamondA genuine 18th century gold fed ring, dating to around 1740. Crafted in 18ct gold, the design features two clasped hands a traditional symbol of love, loyalty, and partnership. Fed rings (from the Italian mani in fede, meaning hands in faith) have been used since Roman times and were especially popular as betrothal rings in the medieval and Georgian periods. There has been a repair on the sides of the ring, and the hallmarks are rubbed but the