Description
Antique Victorian 9ct gold aesthetic hard stone cameo ring, Sir Walter Raleigh??(c1880). 9ct Gold of oval form set with a carved hard stone being of a male, which I think is Sir Walter Raleigh, but I cannot be 100% sure, the shank being split into three at the shoulders. A fine 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
3.21 grams
 
Size
UK: O
U.S.A: 7 1/4
 
Condition.
Excellent condition with light surface marks that are consistent with genuine age, use & polishing.