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with an oval panel painted en grisaille depicting two love birds perching on twin hearts and holding in their beaks a lovers' knot in the form of a bow, the hearts on a plinth, with foliage around the sides, mounted in a border of flat cut garnets, closed back setting, plain uniform band, size approximately L-M; in a period circular ring box of red morocco leather

Condition report: The painting is fresh and clear, though the inside surface of the rock crystal covering appears to have some detritus on it and very fine hairline cracks, though the outer face of it is in good condition with only minor scuffs for age. There are no missing stones, but a few have chips or cracks, and the foil backing on some is imperfect; however they have a good polish and the high refractive index ensures plenty of sparkle. The backing is rose metal and the shank yellow metal - both assumed gold - with evident solder at the joins, but though of the same approximate period, may not be original. However the ring is sound and robust - either ready to wear or be displayed in a collection. Gross weight 2.31g. Length of ring head 6.42mm

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