Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Size:7.75 The head is beautifully detailed

The head is beautifully detailed with hand-engraved cross-hatching beneath

the outer stones are Vauxhall Glass

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An exquisite Art Deco period sailboat brooch in 18 karat gold

Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Size:7.75 The head is beautifully detailedDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 This fantastic Victorian ring is set with the most unusual saphiret , perfectly moulded to create the man in the moon. Saphiret is a rare type of glass that was produced during the mid 19th century in the town of Gablonz, Czechoslovakia. It's distinctive and shimmering colour is produced by fusing karat gold with a sapphire coloured glass, creating a beautiful outcome much like this piece. It rests within a closed backed