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Victorian Coral Cameo Ring
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An exquisitely carved coral cameo set in a minimal gold mounting. The cameo of a medieval looking man with tight curls and cloth gathered beneath his chin predates the setting by nearly a century.

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  • Materials

    10k gold (tests), coral

  • Age

    c. 1880 mounting, c. 1800 coral cameo

  • Condition

    Very good

  • Size

    7.75, can be resized; 1.65cm head, 2.1mm shank

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Victorian

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VictorianEra

18371901

please note:Terms of Sale

Antiques can be returned unworn and in original condition within 10 days of delivery for an exchange or refund minus the cost of shipping. Once a piece has been altered, including ring re-sizing, it is FINAL SALE.

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Coral& the Grand Tour

Coral jewelry has been worn as an amulet of protection against ailments and danger since ancient Rome.