What is a Victorian trilogy ring?

A Victorian trilogy ring features three principal gemstones set horizontally in a row, traditionally symbolising the past, present, and future. Popular during the late 19th century, these rings frequently combined coloured gemstones like turquoise with diamonds set into detailed gold scrollwork.

What materials were typically used in late Victorian turquoise jewellery?

Late Victorian turquoise jewellery frequently utilised 18ct yellow gold paired with polished blue turquoise cabochons. These were often accented by old European or old mine cut diamonds set within hand-carved openwork galleries.

How do you identify authentic Victorian turquoise and diamond rings?

Authentic Victorian rings often feature openwork scrollwork along the gallery, hallmarking indicating gold purity, and hand-cut diamonds with distinctive irregular facets. Genuine period turquoise may also demonstrate natural variations in hue across individual cabochons.

How can Victorian gemstone rings be styled in a contemporary wardrobe?

Victorian trilogy rings complement contemporary attire when worn as a standalone focal piece on the hand. Alternatively, they can be layered alongside plain yellow gold bands or slender gemstone rings to create a curated jewellery stack.

How should antique turquoise and gold rings be maintained?

Turquoise is a porous gemstone that requires careful handling; contact with water, cosmetics, and chemical agents should be strictly avoided. Clean gold mountings gently with a dry microfibre cloth and store the piece away from direct sunlight.

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Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring Circa 1890

Name: Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring Circa 1890
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1228372
Price: 1750 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd

Description

Spectacular Late Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Diamond Ring

A particularly beautiful late Victorian turquoise and diamond ring, finely crafted in 18 carat yellow gold and dating to circa 1890.

The ring features a trilogy of gorgeous polished cabochon turquoises, the larger central stone flanked by two slightly smaller examples. Their wonderfully vivid sky-blue colour is exceptionally well matched, and the smooth domed cabochons create a striking contrast against the rich yellow gold.

Set between the turquoises are four sparkling old-cut diamonds, arranged as two pairs. Their bright flashes of light provide an elegant counterpoint to the intense blue of the turquoise and are entirely in keeping with the character of this late 19th-century jewel.

What makes the ring particularly appealing is its beautifully detailed Victorian setting. Beneath the gemstones is an ornate pierced gallery formed from scrolling gold work, which continues into the decorative shoulders. Viewed from the side, the craftsmanship is every bit as attractive as the gemstones themselves.

The combination of turquoise, old-cut diamonds and warm 18ct gold is quintessentially Victorian, while the scale of the ring makes it very wearable today. It has considerable presence on the hand without being overly large.

A high-quality and wonderfully decorative antique ring, equally suitable as a distinctive dress ring, collector's piece or an unusual antique engagement ring.

Details

Design: Victorian turquoise and diamond trilogy ring

Period: Late Victorian, circa 1890

Turquoise: Three polished cabochons

Centre turquoise: Approx. 5mm x 4.5mm x 4mm

Outer turquoises: Approx. 4mm x 3.5mm x 3mm each

Turquoise colour: Vivid sky blue, beautifully matched

Diamonds: Four sparkling old-cut diamonds

Diamond size: Approx. 2mm each

Setting: Ornately pierced and scrolled Victorian gallery

Shoulders: Decorative scrolled gold shoulders

Metal: 18 carat yellow gold

Hallmarks: Crown and 18ct gold marks; date letter worn

Maker's initials: J.R.S.

Ring face: Approx. 15.5mm long x 5.7mm wide x 6mm high

Ring size: UK M / US 6½

Resizing: Should be suitable for resizing by a competent jeweller

Weight: 3.5 grams

Condition: In excellent original condition

Presentation: It comes in the presentation box illustrated

Our Ref: 22134

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We are totally committed to customer satisfaction. We take great care to give accurate and detailed descriptions accompanied by high definition photos. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase we will gladly offer you a full refund. Please return within 14 days of receipt of your purchase.

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We have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in antiques and antique & designer jewellery. We are committed to giving exceptional customer service. The Chelsea Bijout

Declaration

The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd has dated this Victorian Turquoise Trilogy Ring to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1228372

Dealers Internal Reference

22134

Description

Spectacular Late Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Diamond Ring

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A particularly beautiful late Victorian turquoise and diamond ring, finely crafted in 18 carat yellow gold and dating to circa 1890.

The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd

The ring features a trilogy of gorgeous polished cabochon turquoises, the larger central stone flanked by two slightly smaller examples. Their wonderfully vivid sky-blue colour is exceptionally well matched, and the smooth domed cabochons create a striking contrast against the rich yellow gold.

fig 1. An 18ct yellow gold late Victorian ring featuring three dome-shaped blue turquoise cabochons accented by small old cut diamonds set within a carved scrollwork gallery. — fig 1. Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring Circa 1890

Set between the turquoises are four sparkling old-cut diamonds, arranged as two pairs. Their bright flashes of light provide an elegant counterpoint to the intense blue of the turquoise and are entirely in keeping with the character of this late 19th-century jewel.

fig 2. An 18ct yellow gold late Victorian ring featuring three dome-shaped blue turquoise cabochons accented by small old cut diamonds set within a carved scrollwork gallery. — fig 2. Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring Circa 1890

What makes the ring particularly appealing is its beautifully detailed Victorian setting. Beneath the gemstones is an ornate pierced gallery formed from scrolling gold work, which continues into the decorative shoulders. Viewed from the side, the craftsmanship is every bit as attractive as the gemstones themselves.

fig 3. An 18ct yellow gold late Victorian ring featuring three dome-shaped blue turquoise cabochons accented by small old cut diamonds set within a carved scrollwork gallery. — fig 3. Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring Circa 1890

The combination of turquoise, old-cut diamonds and warm 18ct gold is quintessentially Victorian, while the scale of the ring makes it very wearable today. It has considerable presence on the hand without being overly large.

fig 4. An 18ct yellow gold late Victorian ring featuring three dome-shaped blue turquoise cabochons accented by small old cut diamonds set within a carved scrollwork gallery. — fig 4. Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring Circa 1890

A high-quality and wonderfully decorative antique ring, equally suitable as a distinctive dress ring, collector's piece or an unusual antique engagement ring.

Details

Design: Victorian turquoise and diamond trilogy ring

fig 5. An 18ct yellow gold late Victorian ring featuring three dome-shaped blue turquoise cabochons accented by small old cut diamonds set within a carved scrollwork gallery. — fig 5. Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring Circa 1890

Period: Late Victorian, circa 1890

Turquoise: Three polished cabochons

Centre turquoise: Approx. 5mm x 4.5mm x 4mm

Outer turquoises: Approx. 4mm x 3.5mm x 3mm each

Turquoise colour: Vivid sky blue, beautifully matched

fig 6. An 18ct yellow gold late Victorian ring featuring three dome-shaped blue turquoise cabochons accented by small old cut diamonds set within a carved scrollwork gallery. — fig 6. Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring Circa 1890

Diamonds: Four sparkling old-cut diamonds

Diamond size: Approx. 2mm each

Setting: Ornately pierced and scrolled Victorian gallery

Shoulders: Decorative scrolled gold shoulders

Metal: 18 carat yellow gold

Hallmarks: Crown and 18ct gold marks; date letter worn

fig 7. An 18ct yellow gold late Victorian ring featuring three dome-shaped blue turquoise cabochons accented by small old cut diamonds set within a carved scrollwork gallery. — fig 7. Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring Circa 1890

Maker's initials: J.R.S.

Ring face: Approx. 15.5mm long x 5.7mm wide x 6mm high

Ring size: UK M / US 6½

Resizing: Should be suitable for resizing by a competent jeweller

Weight: 3.5 grams

Condition: In excellent original condition

fig 8. An 18ct yellow gold late Victorian ring featuring three dome-shaped blue turquoise cabochons accented by small old cut diamonds set within a carved scrollwork gallery. — fig 8. Victorian 18ct Gold Turquoise & Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring Circa 1890

Presentation: It comes in the presentation box illustrated

Our Ref: 22134

Please visit our website to view our full collection:

https://www.the-chelsea-bijouterie.com

Payment:

By Debit/ Credit Card, PayPal or Bank Transfer

Shipping:

We post worldwide free of charge

All items are sent fully insured, tracked and signed for.

Terms of Sale:

We are totally committed to customer satisfaction. We take great care to give accurate and detailed descriptions accompanied by high definition photos. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase we will gladly offer you a full refund. Please return within 14 days of receipt of your purchase.

About Us:

We have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in antiques and antique & designer jewellery. We are committed to giving exceptional customer service. The Chelsea Bijout

Date of Manufacture

The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd has dated this Victorian Turquoise Trilogy Ring to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1228372

Dealers Internal Ref

22134

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