Victorian Dove Signet Ring in 18kt Gold

We get asked daily about antique signet rings, so we are delighted to have this Victorian piece in our collection at the moment. Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, the ring is assayed for manufacture in Birmingham however the date mark has been stamped over with the maker's mark. The ring features the remnants of an original hand engraved dove which has become worn with time, but still presents really beautifully. To the inside of the shank are crisp hallmarks for manufacture by S Blanckensee & Son who were operating in their Birmingham workshop from 1885 onward, allowing us to date the ring to circa 1886 before 'Ltd' was incorporated into their hallmark. The exterior of the ring shows a fair amount of wear, associated with the fact it was probably worn daily by its original owner, as signet rings often are, however this has created a beautiful patina and appearance to this antique piece. The engraved dove can be interpreted in a variety of different ways, but they were often gifted as a token of love, peace, and hope for the wearer. A really beautifully crafted signet which easily has many more decades of daily wear ahead of it.

Ring size - 55/O/7.5

Marked - Birmingham hallmarks for 18 karat gold, maker's mark for S Blanckensee & Son

Total weight of piece - 8.6 grams