The year the great war ended. The war to end all wars. And this amazing signet ring was assayed in Birmingham. It must have been an important ring as rationing meant things like jewellery were not top of the list. Perhaps a gift to a husband or son who was returning from 4 years of unimaginable chaos and inhumanity. Seen as a symbol of wealth, these have long been worn by the gentry men as pinky rings. 

This fabulous signet has a shield shaped face with the initials "GMR" hand carved into its face. The shoulders are wide and elegantly hand engraved with scrolls, feather like edges and swirls. There are three small flowers engraved at the end of shoulders - one set of which shows much more wear than the others.

Particulars: 

Size Q or 8.25 (sizeable) might fit smaller due to width - more P1/2

Weight 4.3g

Width 13.45mm x 12.4mm face (1.17mm thick) tapering to a half rounded shank of 3.8mm x 1.1mm

Hallmarks fully hallmarked for 9ct gold Birmingham 1918 and makers mark "TL"

Condition - some wear to the shoulder engraving - but in amazing condition for its 206 years of age.

Please be aware that this item is vintage and therefore is NOT new; it is preloved. Please see the pictures and description to ensure you are happy with it before you buy. Stones may have tiny marks, chips or flea bites, but any bigger flaws will be clearly highlighted above. Also note - none of the other items or props in the photo come with the item and all measurements are approximate. 

All items are available on lay-by - please get in touch to discuss options.