Rare 17th C. Antique Stuart Crystal Ring with Enamel portuguese Clarity SI1-3

Clarity SI1-3

this elegant Art Deco diamond ring was created around 1930 in England

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Silver topped 14k Gold

Rare 17th C. Antique Stuart Crystal Ring with Enamel portuguese Clarity SI1-3The historical significance of this type of jewelry is fascinating. The prototypes were begun in the mid 17th century after Charles I was executed. Jewelry in his honor was worn, often with gold wires or cyphers placed under faceted rock crystal. Being one of the Stuart monarchs, we now often refer to these are "Stuart crystals". An oval faceted rock crystal glints and sparkles. Set into 18k gold, the rub over bezel is undisturbed and original which