Vintage 9ct Gold Dearest Gemstone Ring opal The padlock hangs from a

The padlock hangs from a new sterling silver chain

The gemstones are foil backed which means foil has been added to the back of the stones to reflect the light giving more depth to the stone

This intricate brooch has filigree work with pink glass facetted stones

suggests that it could have been made by the famed French manufacturer Gripoix

Vintage 9ct Gold Dearest Gemstone Ring opal The padlock hangs from aOur 'Dearest' ring is set in 9ct yellow gold, the origins of this style of ring dates back to the 19th century. The Victorians were incredibly romantic and would hide meanings in their jewellery. The initial of each gemstone spells out the word 'Dearest': Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Tourmaline. D Diamond E Emerald A Amethyst R Ruby G Garnet E Emerald S Sapphire T Tourmaline ERA Vintage (more the 20 years old) HALLMARKS 9ct