Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Size:7.75 in the absence of documentary

in the absence of documentary archives

the outer stones are Vauxhall Glass

rest in scalloped settings that form open spaces to the gallery

With 15 small gold stars that cover the oval shaped vivid backdrop- this could possibly represent a 15 year anniversary- and its opened from the back and reveals a locket compartment

But while Taurus brings out the money-oriented side of Venus

Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Size:7.75 in the absence of documentaryDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 This fantastic Victorian ring is set with the most unusual saphiret , perfectly moulded to create the man in the moon. Saphiret is a rare type of glass that was produced during the mid 19th century in the town of Gablonz, Czechoslovakia. It's distinctive and shimmering colour is produced by fusing karat gold with a sapphire coloured glass, creating a beautiful outcome much like this piece. It rests within a closed backed