Piper Antique 1890 18ct Gold Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Belt Ring

Forged in 18 carat yellow gold, this gorgeous antique belt ring, made in the year 1890, is adorned with a central sparkling old cut diamond and two flanking Ceylon type sapphires. This ever so charming piece, 131 years old, has been named The Piper Ring. Her design is as unique as the one who wears her, and is sure to be a truly treasured heirloom.

Hallmarks Explained
W&H - White and Hawkins Registered in March 1872 (maker's mark)
Crown - gold standard mark
18 - gold purity
Anchor - Birmingham
q - gothic style lower case q in a truncated square - 1890 (year ring was made)

Ring Size
N (Australia and UK sizing) or 6 3/4 (US and Canada)
The Piper Ring can be resized prior to shipping upon request. Resizing is complimentary up or down three sizes. Please message us for a quote if sizes in excess are needed.

Condition
Antique

Good to Know
The Piper Ring belongs to our treasure trove of strongly sustainable, ethical, environmentally friendly, and conflict-free jewellery. She lives in our carefully curated collection of one-of-a-kind vintage jewellery pieces. A vintage piece of jewellery has many stories to tell: tales of romance, love, family, happiness, and sometimes loss and endurance. Handed down from person to person, generation to generation. The Piper Ring is a piece of wonderful history.

Behind the scenes
Every alluring piece of jewellery chosen to take the stage in our unrivalled collection has been thoroughly assessed by Sarina, our Head of Jewellery Design and Curation. Sarina is an exceptionally qualified and accomplished gemologist and registered jewellery valuer with over 20 years of experience in the jewellery industry.