What is it?
A sentimental Victorian band ring which features a band of braided hair complete with a gold signet section with a dedication to “AB”
Why you'll love it!
♥ Initialled dedication - perfect for big sentimentalists... this piece is dedicated to an "AB" and is now looking for its next caretaker to preserve this piece of Victorian history
♥ Collectible - It’s a piece that can be worn as a celebration of its beauty but should mostly be admired, whilst not being worn, to preserve the delicate open hair work. Perfect for a collector!
♥ Historical significance - this little piece of history is a beautiful and well-preserved example of how open hair work was used, during the Victorian period, to honour loved ones and hold them close, even at a distance.
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Victorian Open Hair-work Sentimental Band Ring with “AB” Engraving
Age -
Mid Victorian
Metals -
9ct yellow gold, tested
Dedication -
Engraving, “AB”
Measurements -
Ring size - 5.75 / 51 / K1/2. Band thickness, 4.4mm. Band depth 1.3mm.
Condition -
Very good antique condition. The hair braid is almost completely immaculate with just some misshaping to the braid. It does have a build up of dust, I have very gently removed what I could without risking damaging the hair