Antique Victorian turquoise buckle ring 12 carat gold
Era: Victorian 1837-1901
Metal: 12 carat gold hallmarked, MM maker, London assay office, 12.5 for 12 carat gold, C-1879.
Gemstones: Turquoise 2mm x2
Width: 5mm
Weight: 3.7 grams
Size: UK M.5 US 6.5 EU 53
A beautiful and exceptionally rare hallmarked 12 carat gold buckle ring, set with two bright and well matched turquoise gemstones.
The band is smooth and substantial, with a bevelled edge that is comfortable to wear. An adorable ring, dating to the mid Victorian era. It is in excellent antique condition.
The use of the turquoise gemstones and buckle motif together would suggest to me, that this was a gift between friends or lovers.