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VictorianMan in the MoonRing
This sweet, spectacular, and collectible Victorian era man in the moon ring is a rare find. Most likely converted from a brooch in the late 19th century, the head features a sculpted glass cabochon representing the kindly visage of the man in the moon. The celestial center stone is partially framed by a crescent of seed pearls and sits within low scalloped prongs. The handwrought 18k yellow gold mounting features elegantly bifurcated shoulders and a half round hoop.
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- Materials
18k yellow gold, glass face, seed pearls
- Age
c. 1880
- Condition
Excellent, some light surface wear to the moonstone
- Size
US 6.25, can be resized for an additional fee of $90; head measures 15mm in diameter
