Mid-Century Scallop Shell Ring solitaire rings The wheat sheaf has long

The wheat sheaf has long been associated with abundance

Built in 18ct yellow gold

and it wasn't commonly used until the first decade of the 20th century

Head size: 4mm by 20mm

Condition: Great vintage condition with strong gold patina

Mid-Century Scallop Shell Ring solitaire rings The wheat sheaf has longBeautiful mid century cocktail ring dating from the 1950s. The head is modelled after a scallop shell, opened up to reveal a diamond inside where the pearl would be. The shell is constructed from gold wire, shaped and fused together, and it's crafted in 18 carat gold throughout with a Birmingham hallmark inside the band. The scallop shell is an iconic motif synonymous with love and beauty (Venus) and Christian pilgrimage (Santiago de Compostela); I