Vintage Turquoise Matrix Architectural Signet Ring signet rings abalone shell behind a rose

abalone shell behind a rose cut rock crystal top

Georgian split rings in solid gold are like hen's teeth (as it were)

A few minor dents to the sides of the setting and a small split

especially as it would appear from the statement of each party that

Marks: Stamped 22ct and PLAT

Vintage Turquoise Matrix Architectural Signet Ring signet rings abalone shell behind a roseI'm always drawn to architectural jewellery especially rings like this one. It's just a simple silver signet ring, sure, but it's handmade and the design is impeccable. Simple, minimal, modernist. The triangular cut out sections at the shoulder capture and refine the essence of the "split " or "bifurcated" shoulders so common in jewellery throughout the ages. They really add a delicacy to what would otherwise be quite a chunky ring. And the stone is