Antique 18ct Gold Scarab Faience Flip Swivel Ring (Archaeological Revival Era) rubies Fully hallmarked for Birmingham with

Fully hallmarked for Birmingham with the date letter W for 1871

The Gold surfaces and gilded detailing are crisp and well-preserved

its honeyed fire intensified by the foil behind the stone

There is some excess Gold at the bottom of the setting however this does not affect her overall beauty

Antique 18ct Gold Scarab Faience Flip Swivel Ring (Archaeological Revival Era) rubies Fully hallmarked for Birmingham withDescription: A captivating Victorian Archaeological Revival ring in rich 18ct Gold, centred by a beautifully carved green Faience scarab. The scarab is embraced by a ropetwist bezel and handworked wire details at the shoulders, giving the piece wonderful texture and presence. Its closedback setting and swivelmounted construction echo the talismanic jewels of antiquity with an unmistakably Victorian sensibility. The Gold has developed a warm patina