Victorian Trompe-l'œil Trilogy Band
An utterly remarkable Victorian trilogy band, dating from the 1890s, that employs a highly effective trompe-l'œil - an optical illusion of three dimensional space on a two dimensional surface. The three principal stones, bright turquoise cabochons, are recessed within diamond-shaped settings each in its own compartmentalised section... the centre section, which is where the trompe-l'œil comes in, features rows of tiny seed pearls set along each outer edge in a manner that creates the illusion that it's cylindrical, with considerable depth. It's crafted in buttery 18 carat gold with a gorgeous bloomed finish and (the coveted) Chester hallmarks dating it to 1891.
Era: Victorian, 1891
Ring size: N 1/2 or 7 US. Resizeable for £55
Head: 8.2mm by 16.8mm
Stones: Turquoise & Seed Pearl
Hallmarks: English, Chester, 18ct Gold, 1891
Condition: Great antique condition. One turquoise is lighter, has possibly been replaced
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This includes a valuation for insurance purposes, item specifics, date, and origins (where applicable)
Gemstones are tested by an accredited gemmologist (Cert GA, Gemmological Association of Great Britain)
Shipping
Express shipping is free of charge and carbon offset
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Resizing
Ring sizing is available on most rings
£55 flat fee
Resizing takes 7-14 days
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Note: sizing may remove some of the patina (although we take every care to reduce this where possible)
Layaway
A 25% deposit will be taken to secure the item. The remaining balance will be settled in 90 days. You can pay installments weekly, monthly, or the full balance at the end - whatever works.
Condition
We offer detailed and accurate condition reports on each listing. These pieces are antique, vintage, or pre-loved, often over 100 years old so they're going to have lived a life. A healthy patina and the odd scuff/scrape are quite normal... it's part of their charm! Everything we present has been checked over by our jeweller and should be good for wear for many years to come (unless otherwise stated) but please remember to treat them with appropriate care and consideration for their age.
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An inscription can be added inside the band, where space allows. Add 2-3 weeks to shipping times
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