Victorian Sapphire Marquise Ring engagement rings at least) with interesting malachite

at least) with interesting malachite specimens characterised by the usual dark and light green banding as well as more unusual flecks of darker green

Bernard Instone was a key figure in the late Arts & Crafts movement

Jadeite is one of the two gem materials commonly referred to as jade (the other being nephrite)

Wonderful mid-Victorian pendant dating from the 1860s

crafted in 15ct gold and dating from the 1890s

Victorian Sapphire Marquise Ring engagement rings at least) with interesting malachiteStriking antique marquise ring made in pre Revolution Russia, circa 1890. The angular head is studded with rose cut diamonds arranged around a blue sapphire centre, its profile forming points at north and south running down the finger. It's crafted in 56 zolotnik gold (the Russian standard equivalent to 14 carat) and beautifully made. Era: Victorian, circa 1890 Head size: 10. 6mm by 28. 4mm Ring size: O 1 2 or 7. 25 US. Resizable for 55 Stones: