Late Victorian Cowrie Shell Ring Roman In the year of 1865

In the year of 1865

"The craft comprises any decorative item made by soldiers

and a bail for wear on a chain

It's a great look - with a 15k rose gold inner band so it can be worn comfortably against the skin

Natural Sapphire - 1

Late Victorian Cowrie Shell Ring Roman In the year of 1865DATE: Late Victorian, c. 1900 Unusual late Victorian ring set with an especially attractive sea shell. I believe (please correct me if I'm wrong) it to be a deer spotted cowrie, from the family of marine gastropod mollusks in the family Cypraeidae. It's mounted in 9 karat gold with pear teardrop shaped head and split shoulder shank; dating from the turn of the 20th century. STONES Cowrie Shell MEASUREMENTS Head: 1. 7 x 1. 2cm 2. 5mm WEIGHT 3. 2g MARKS