Pair of Victorian Black Enamel Rings boulder opal so a keeper ring (aka

so a keeper ring (aka guard ring) was required to "keep" it in place when worn on the un-gloved finger

A superb antique posy ring with the words "Let Virtue be thy guide" inscribed on the inner band

The pen is (obviously) exceptionally well made

or possibly born in 1885

Pair of Victorian Black Enamel Rings boulder opal so a keeper ring (akaDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 Exceptional pair of matched black enamel ring dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1890. The bands are crafted in 14k gold, likely American, each one featuring a channel of black enamel between gold borders. The enamel appears original and remains in great condition throughout, and their versatility is limited only by your imagination wear them both, individually, give one to your soulmate, bookend a stack MEASUREMENTS