Aesthetic period ring by Shafer & Douglas made from turquoise and pearls, set in a gold engraved setting. American, circa 1880's.
Item # WE33116-2
Shafer & Douglas Turquoise Victorian Ring
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- Metal- 14 karat rose gold
Weight- 3.39 grams
Maker's Mark- signed Shafer & Douglas (stamp of a fist holding two arrows) a Newark, NJ jeweler in business from 1869 - 1931
Size- 6 1/2
Gemstones- ten channel set square cut robin egg blue turquoise cabochon stones (approximately 1.5 mm each) and three pearls set in buttercup prong moutnings
Details- engraving, open metal work, the turquoise and pearl stones are indicative of Victorian betrothal rings- symbolizing prosperity, youth, and innocent love
Condition- good antique condition