MAGNIFICENT 22 CARAT GOLD SILVER SET DIAMOND SKULL AND SERPENT RING

• Item Code: AJRAR035
• Availability: Sold Out

Description

This Victorian 22 carat yellow Gold Memento Mori Diamond Skull ring will certainly help you remember it's message! Memento Mori means "Remember that you must die" and to cherish each day as it is a reminder of the imminence of death and the fragility of life.


The old mine hand cut Diamonds a combined weight of one carat.

Quality:  H Colour  Clarity:  VS1

The ring has a fabulous hallmark and dates to 1858.

The eyes set with two sparkling round old mine hand cut Diamonds that appear to follow you with your every move you make!

The beautiful bright white Diamonds are full of fire and life.

Dating from the mid 1800’s through the 1900’s, old mine hand cut Diamonds are most often found in Georgian and Victorian jewellery.

Primarily hand cut with the aid of early machines, they are a favorite stone for those who love stones with deeply individual character, as each stone is hand cut and uniquely beautiful.

The overall finish of the ring is wonderful.   

The shank is substantial, yet extremely comfortable to wear.

The most amazing and practical low setting with a smooth surface that won't catch.

The ring sits low and gently curves over the finger.

It is in excellent condition with all the original stones and no repairs.

A gorgeous skull ring for a true 'Memento Mori' collector.

Fine, understated collectibles for a true connoisseur.

This magnificent ring is sure to become a treasured family heirloom and would make a stunning treat for yourself, or special gift for a loved one!

Images does not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and Diamonds.  The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.

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We are happy to provide a detailed professional appraisal indicating a replacement value for insurance purposes on request for your item on completion of the sale.
 
It is a ring size:            Q
Total ring weight:            8.1 grams
Overall design measures:      10 x 15 mm

Where possible, we offer complimentary ring resizing for all of our rings.

Most rings can be professionally sized up or down one size unless noted and sometimes more in our own highly experienced jewellery workshops.

Note: Stones have not been removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting. All Diamond and Gemstone weights have been approximated by measurement and formula and may vary from actual weights.

All pictures are completely unedited but are zoomed in to show all detail.

Please note that photographs are significantly bigger than the actual item and show any blemishes up more than in real life.