What is a gypsy ring?

A gypsy ring is a style where gemstones are set flush into a solid, heavy gold band. The metal is pushed up and around the stone for a smooth finish. This design protects the girdle of the stone and prevents the piece from catching on clothing during daily wear.

Can I wear this daily?

These rings were built for everyday wear because the flush setting leaves no protruding claws to snag on fabrics. Solid gold construction provides robust durability. Checking the security of the metal surrounding the stones periodically ensures the gems remain firmly anchored.

How do I date these rings?

Dating relies on hallmarks, gold carats, and stone cutting styles such as old cut diamonds. Pieces from the nineteenth century often feature fifteen or eighteen carat yellow gold and hand-engraved star motifs. Later Edwardian and mid-century examples share similar flush-set silhouettes but display slight shifts in band proportions and gold purity marks.

What stones are used?

Diamonds are the most frequent choice, often accompanied by natural sapphires and rubies. Turquoise also appears in nineteenth-century examples. Multi-stone layouts combine diamonds with coloured gems in starburst or trilogy arrangements.