Victorian Opal & Diamond 5-Stone Half Hoop Ring Size:5.5 sort of reminiscent of caterpillar

sort of reminiscent of caterpillar tracks

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The stones have chamfered edges

To fight to save or fight and die

Ruby (synthetic)

Victorian Opal & Diamond 5-Stone Half Hoop Ring Size:5.5 sort of reminiscent of caterpillarDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 This elegant antique 5 stone half hoop ring is ring set with alternating opals and old mine cut diamonds, and it's modelled in rich 18k gold throughout. The opals are full of life, while the diamonds are sparkly, chunky and bright, with a total carat weight of 1. 06ct. The lovely carved gallery features scroll motifs that continue up to form the claws that hold the stones in place, and the detail continues to travel along the