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Antique 18ct Gold Opal Gypsy Ring
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Antique 18ct Gold Opal Gypsy Ring

19th century
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Antique 18ct Gold Opal Gypsy Ring. This is a lovely old gypsy ring with a natural opal measuring 6mm x 6mm. The opal is of misty blueish hue with red untertone in certain lights. It is set in a round shaped setting on a lovely thick and wide shaped tapering 18ct gold yellow gold band, tapering from 9mm to 3mm. This ring is in overall good original condition, there is some thinning to the band. The opal has an overall blue hue but no 'fire'. The gold is a beautiful colour and has been repolished. The ring is fully hallmarked for Birmingham 18ct and the date letter P which is either 1864 or 1914 ( It appears to be more like 1864). The makers mark is I H & S. This ring is beautiful and unsusual antique piece. Ring Size UK M U.S 6 the total weight is 2.9g.

Photographs are ZOOMED with x5 magnification. SO Please Check Sizes And Weights before purchasing as JEWELLERY IMAGES ARE ENLARGED!! Dark areas are reflections on the gold.

BUY WITH CONFIDENCE: I try to accurately describe my items. I never knowingly mis-sell any item, so please read the description carefully. All items are checked by a professional Jeweller for authenticity however no certificates are provided. If for any reason the item is found not to be genuine or as described a full refund will be given. So please buy with confidence.

Your jewellery will come in a modern gift box and not necessarily the one in the photograph.

Please also note that Antique and Vintage items will show some signs of wear commensurate with age.

Returns are accepted however buyer must pay return postage.

Finally - by purchasing a Used /Vintage/ Antique ring you are recycling a beautiful piece of jewellery and gemstone. In buying a ring which has been in circulation for this long is the most environmentally ethical way to purchase jewellery. Purchasing antique jewellery allows you to both support smaller local businesses and but encouraging the reuse of the vast amount of timeless jewels that are already in circulation and reduces the demand for further stripping of our planets resources.

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Catherines Antique Jewellery Box has dated this Antique Opal Gypsy Ring to the 1860s.

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SA1240845
Dealers Internal Reference
CT825
Description
Antique 18ct Gold Opal Gypsy Ring. This is a lovely old gypsy ring with a natural opal measuring 6mm x 6mm. The opal is of misty blueish hue with red untertone in certain lights.
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It is set in a round shaped setting on a lovely thick and wide shaped tapering 18ct gold yellow gold band, tapering from 9mm to 3mm.
Catherines Antique Jewellery Box

This ring is in overall good original condition, there is some thinning to the band. The opal has an overall blue hue but no 'fire'. The gold is a beautiful colour and has been repolished. The ring is fully hallmarked for Birmingham 18ct and the date letter P which is either 1864 or 1914 ( It appears to be more like 1864). The makers mark is I H & S. This ring is beautiful and unsusual antique piece. Ring Size UK M U.S 6 the total weight is 2.9g.

fig 1. An antique yellow gold gypsy ring featuring a central round cabochon opal with blue and orange play-of-colour.
fig 1. Antique 18ct Gold Opal Gypsy Ring

Photographs are ZOOMED with x5 magnification. SO Please Check Sizes And Weights before purchasing as JEWELLERY IMAGES ARE ENLARGED!! Dark areas are reflections on the gold.

BUY WITH CONFIDENCE: I try to accurately describe my items. I never knowingly mis-sell any item, so please read the description carefully. All items are checked by a professional Jeweller for authenticity however no certificates are provided. If for any reason the item is found not to be genuine or as described a full refund will be given. So please buy with confidence.

fig 2. An antique yellow gold gypsy ring featuring a central round cabochon opal with blue and orange play-of-colour.
fig 2. Antique 18ct Gold Opal Gypsy Ring

Your jewellery will come in a modern gift box and not necessarily the one in the photograph.

Please also note that Antique and Vintage items will show some signs of wear commensurate with age.

Returns are accepted however buyer must pay return postage.

fig 3. An antique yellow gold gypsy ring featuring a central round cabochon opal with blue and orange play-of-colour.
fig 3. Antique 18ct Gold Opal Gypsy Ring

Finally - by purchasing a Used /Vintage/ Antique ring you are recycling a beautiful piece of jewellery and gemstone. In buying a ring which has been in circulation for this long is the most environmentally ethical way to purchase jewellery. Purchasing antique jewellery allows you to both support smaller local businesses and but encouraging the reuse of the vast amount of timeless jewels that are already in circulation and reduces the demand for further stripping of our planets resources.

Date of Manufacture

Catherines Antique Jewellery Box has dated this Antique Opal Gypsy Ring to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240845
Dealers Internal Ref
CT825
Catherines Antique Jewellery Box
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Archive I An antique yellow gold gypsy ring featuring a central round cabochon opal with blue and orange play-of-colour.

Antique 18ct Gold Opal Gypsy Ring

Archive II An antique yellow gold gypsy ring featuring a central round cabochon opal with blue and orange play-of-colour. View II
Archive III An antique yellow gold gypsy ring featuring a central round cabochon opal with blue and orange play-of-colour. View III
Archive IV An antique yellow gold gypsy ring featuring a central round cabochon opal with blue and orange play-of-colour. View IV
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Archive X An antique yellow gold gypsy ring featuring a central round cabochon opal with blue and orange play-of-colour. View X
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An antique yellow gold gypsy ring featuring a central round cabochon opal with blue and orange play-of-colour.
Antique 18ct Gold Opal Gypsy Ring
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  • ObjectRings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material18ct Gold, Opal
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsFlush setting, Smooth band, Cabochon cut

This Victorian gypsy ring dates from 1860 and takes the form of a solid band set with a central gemstone. The mounting is fashioned from 18ct yellow gold and features a smooth, thick, wide tapering band that narrows from 9 mm to 3 mm, alongside a round flush setting. The piece displays some thinning to the gold band and carries full hallmarks for Birmingham 18ct, including the date letter P and the maker's mark I H & S. The central stone is a natural round cabochon-cut opal measuring 6 mm by 6 mm, exhibiting a misty blueish hue with red undertones and orange play-of-colour in certain lights. Dark reflection areas appear on the polished gold surface. The jewellery fits a UK ring size M or US ring size 6, weighing 2.9 g in total. This accessory is suitable for everyday wear on the hand as a decorative personal adornment.

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The gypsy setting emerged during the mid-to-late Victorian era, characterized by gemstones embedded flush into a thick band of precious metal. This design was crafted to protect valuable stones during daily activity while presenting a understated, integrated appearance.

These rings were commonly constructed from 15ct or 18ct yellow gold, silver, or rose gold. They often feature natural gemstones such as opals, diamonds, rubies, and sapphires set directly into the metal band.

Authentic pieces typically feature British hallmarks indicating the gold purity, assay office, and date letter inside the band. Natural opals from this era display organic play-of-colour and subtle wear patterns consistent with age under magnification.

The low-profile design of a flush-set gypsy ring allows for effortless daily wear alongside contemporary gold bands or modern minimalist jewellery. When off the finger, it can be styled atop a velvet ring tray on a dressing table.

Opals are delicate gemstones sensitive to extreme temperature changes, moisture loss, and chemicals. Clean gently using a soft, dry cloth, avoid immersion in water or ultrasonic cleaners, and store away from direct heat.
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