Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Size:7.75 rest in scalloped settings that

rest in scalloped settings that form open spaces to the gallery

the outer stones are Vauxhall Glass

Agate / Hardstone

in the absence of documentary archives

but some extras have been added over the years (plastic counters

Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Size:7.75 rest in scalloped settings thatDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 This fantastic Victorian ring is set with the most unusual saphiret , perfectly moulded to create the man in the moon. Saphiret is a rare type of glass that was produced during the mid 19th century in the town of Gablonz, Czechoslovakia. It's distinctive and shimmering colour is produced by fusing karat gold with a sapphire coloured glass, creating a beautiful outcome much like this piece. It rests within a closed backed