Victorian 22k Gold Slim Buckle Ring monarchy Opals were considered unlucky as

Opals were considered unlucky as they looked like the eye of evil animals

cut into a faceted cushion shape and mounted in millegrain platinum

Pear Cut Precious Topaz

which coils three times around the finger

Niello is an ancient technique

Victorian 22k Gold Slim Buckle Ring monarchy Opals were considered unlucky asDATE: Victorian, c. 1888 Charming Victorian buckle ring in 22k gold and made in the year 1855, as indicated by Birmingham hallmarks to the inner band. The Victorians loved a buckle, and back then it symbolised eternity, fidelity, strength and protection as the symbol curves around and threads back onto itself, creating an eternal loop. This example is slim, with finely worked buckle frame and prong. MEASUREMENTS Width of band: 3mm Rise off finger at