Victorian Pearl Trilogy Ring
Splendid Victorian trilogy ring set with three natural pearls. The stones rest in individual square settings and the shoulders are trifurcated, reminiscent of a lotus in a possible nod to the Egyptian Revivalists. It's crafted in 18 carat gold exquisite pseudo-prong openwork to the gallery, and it dates from the 1890s.
Trilogy rings are believed to have originated in ancient Egypt, where they were thought to represent the three phases of the sun (rising, high noon, and setting) or the three stages of life (birth, life, and death). The Greeks and Romans also used three-stone rings to symbolise the past, present, and future, but they have been popular as engagement rings since the Victorian era as a way to signify the past present and future of a relationship and the romantic style has endured as a favourite to this day.
Era: Victorian, circa 1890
Ring size: O or 7.25 US. Resizeable for £35
Head size: 5.4mm by 19.2mm
Stones: Natural Pearls, 3.2mm and 3.6mm width
Marks: None, tested as 18ct gold
Condition: Great antique condition
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