{"product_id":"victorian-gordian-knot-ring","title":"Victorian Gordian Knot Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eExcuse the duality of meanings in this description... But whether it is, to your eyes, Gordian or lover's, the symbolism is as ancient as it is potent. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAn exquisite Victorian lover's knot (aka Gordian knot) ring dating from the late 19th century, circa 1890. Crafted in 18 carat gold, it's beautifully made with two interlinked overhand knots to signify two lives are made one. Eternally entwined, but more than that: as the trailing threads are pulled apart, the two knots become closer, tighter, more of a one. The ring bears coveted Chester hallmarks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The cutting of the Gordian Knot is an Ancient Greek legend associated with Alexander the Great in Gordium in Phrygia, regarding a complex knot that tied an oxcart. Reputedly, whoever could untie it would be destined to rule all of Asia. In 333 BC, Alexander was challenged to untie the knot. Instead of untangling it laboriously as expected, he dramatically cut through it with his sword. This is used as a metaphor for using brute force to solve a seemingly-intractable problem.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eTurn him to any cause of policy,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Gordian Knot of it he will unloose,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFamiliar as his garter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Shakespeare, Henry V, Act 1 Scene 1. 45–47\" (Source: Wikipedia)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: R 1\/2 or 9 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 11.1mm by 16.3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks: English, Chester, 18ct Gold, G.K.L Maker's Mark (date letter missing)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good antique condition, wear consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No \/ No","offer_id":50244681990456,"sku":"LO2352","price":900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":50244682023224,"sku":"LO2352i","price":950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":50244682055992,"sku":"LO2352r","price":955.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":50244682088760,"sku":"LO2352ri","price":1005.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-gordian-knot-ring-792063.jpg?v=1748062556","url":"https:\/\/lostowl.com\/products\/victorian-gordian-knot-ring","provider":"Lost Owl Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}