Elegant Edwardian Diamond Boat Ring opal

Elegant Edwardian Diamond Boat Ring opalSometimes called a "boat ring" for the smooth navette shape of the setting, stone set rings with a tapered face like this were very popular in Victorian England, carrying over into the Edwardian period as well. The graduated stones create a shape with a central focal point as well as flattering finger coverage a ring like this is a wonderful choice for an engagement ring or a wedding band or for the efficient jewelry lover, both in one! Very good

unstamped but tested• 9

cannot be resized• 21 square emeralds (five chipped

Softly broken-in gold in a smooth

Meaning was assigned to the colour of the blossoms as well as type

• Ring measures 2

contrasted with crisp and modern hand-engraved lettering on the face

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25 and can be resized within one size either direction• Three round brilliant diamonds

carved into onyx and enhanced with gold leaf inlay

while the old cut diamond (a hold over from bygone days at the point it was made) honours the antique roots of the style

Very good vintage condition with moderate wear

band with British hallmarks for Chester 1915