Description
Antique Victorian 18ct gold forget me not ruby & turquoise memorial ring, c1800. A central ruby (approximately 0.03ct), surrounded by 6 cabochon turquoise & 6 interspersed rubies, finished with split band decorated shoulders.  At the centre back of the gallery is a locket area where the plaited hair of a loved one can be seen. Sadley, the glass is missing, which is so often the case with a ring of this age. Fantastic example & comes complete with a gift box. 
 
Significant events 1875-1885
1876 Queen Victoria is granted the title of Empress of India from 1877.
1880 The first electric streetlight is installed in Indiana.
1885 The first pedestal flush toilet is demonstrated at the Beaufort Works, Chelsea. 
 
 
Date
c1880
 
Weight
2.85 grams
 
Size
UK: Q
U.S.A: 8 1/4
 
Condition.
Please see photographs. There is a small split to one of the shoulders & a tiny indent to the shank where the ring has been altered at some point. This does not detract from the overall appearance of this fantastic example.