A fine quality antique English bloodstone signet ring with historical Chester hallmarks for 1896. Beautifully rendered in rich buttery 18ct gold the glossy teal green and red flecked bloodstone is flat cabochon cut and bezel set into a very decorative scrolled setting with fanned shoulders and elegant split shank effect sides.
During the 18th and 19th centuries these gem set signet style rings were fashionably worn on the index finger by both sexes and this is a just superb example bearing desirable Chester gold assay marks. The blood stone is thought to protect from the evil eye and promote healing.
MATERIALS: 18K yellow gold.
GEMSTONE: Oval bloodstone 8.7x7.3mm.
RING SIZE: 7 (US) N-1/2 (UK) 54 (EU) with sizing available for an additional fee.
MEASUREMENTS: Face 12x10mm, shoulders 7.5mm sloping to a band width of 3mm at the back.
WEIGHT: 3.93 grams
HALLMARKS: Stamped Crown, 18, wheat sheaves for Chester and date letter 'N' for 1896.
CONDITION: In excellent antique condition, with minor surface wear as to be expected and the blood-stone free of cracks and chips.
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