The Antique Victorian 1898 Sapphire And Diamond Five Stone Ring
This stunning ring, handcrafted toward the end of the Victorian era, is full of antique charm and elegance. The head holds five shining stones: three pale blue round mixed-cut sapphires and two stunning, bright diamonds, all claw-set in single open galleries. The open claw setting allows light to flow through the piece, hitting the stones from every angle and bringing out the sapphires and diamonds to their full potential.
Sapphires and diamonds were a popular combination in the Victorian era, as were claw-set five-stone rings like this one, sometimes known as half hoops. Romantic symbolism was highly regarded by the Victorians, and jewellery was a way of expressing sentiment and emotion, so the use of multiple types of gems was commonplace, with Sapphires thought to bring loyalty, wisdom and good luck. Diamonds were said to stand for eternal love and invincibility, much as they are now. Every gem was seen to have its own meaning.
A ring like this one would make the perfect fifth anniversary gift, with each stone symbolising a year of marriage. Alternatively, for those wanting a pop of colour, a fabulous engagement ring, stacking perfectly with a wedding band. In the Victorian era multiple rings were often worn on each hand by the wealthy, so this ring would look fantastic as part of a ring stack or your day to day jewellery selection.
The gem-filled head of this ring is framed by plain shoulders that slope into a yellow gold band. Inside the band is the hallmark, telling us that this ring was hallmarked between 1898 and 1899 in Birmingham for 18ct gold.
This stunning ring, handcrafted toward the end of the Victorian era, is full of antique charm and elegance. The head holds five shining stones: three pale blue round mixed-cut sapphires and two stunning, bright diamonds, all claw-set in single open galleries. The open claw setting allows light to flow through the piece, hitting the stones from every angle and bringing out the sapphires and diamonds to their full potential.
Sapphires and diamonds were a popular combination in the Victorian era, as were claw-set five-stone rings like this one, sometimes known as half hoops. Romantic symbolism was highly regarded by the Victorians, and jewellery was a way of expressing sentiment and emotion, so the use of multiple types of gems was commonplace, with Sapphires thought to bring loyalty, wisdom and good luck. Diamonds were said to stand for eternal love and invincibility, much as they are now. Every gem was seen to have its own meaning.
A ring like this one would make the perfect fifth anniversary gift, with each stone symbolising a year of marriage. Alternatively, for those wanting a pop of colour, a fabulous engagement ring, stacking perfectly with a wedding band. In the Victorian era multiple rings were often worn on each hand by the wealthy, so this ring would look fantastic as part of a ring stack or your day to day jewellery selection.
The gem-filled head of this ring is framed by plain shoulders that slope into a yellow gold band. Inside the band is the hallmark, telling us that this ring was hallmarked between 1898 and 1899 in Birmingham for 18ct gold.
