Pinchbeck Diamond Ruby Ring
Antique ruby and diamond pinchbeck ring. Pinchbeck is a form of brass, an alloy of copper and zinc mixed in proportions to closly resemble gold in appearance. Since gold was only sold in 18 karat gold at the time (1800's), the development of pinchbeck allowed orninary people to buy gold "effect" jewelry on a budget. A stunning ring that is rich with history and antiquity.
Dimensions-
Size: 7
Height: 1" 1/8 in.
Width: 7/8 of an in
Code: IA700B (OAE)
Antique ruby and diamond pinchbeck ring. Pinchbeck is a form of brass, an alloy of copper and zinc mixed in proportions to closly resemble gold in appearance. Since gold was only sold in 18 karat gold at the time (1800's), the development of pinchbeck allowed orninary people to buy gold "effect" jewelry on a budget. A stunning ring that is rich with history and antiquity.
Dimensions-
Size: 7
Height: 1" 1/8 in.
Width: 7/8 of an in
Code: IA700B (OAE)
Pinchbeck Diamond Ruby Ring
Antique ruby and diamond pinchbeck ring. Pinchbeck is a form of brass, an alloy of copper and zinc mixed in proportions to closly resemble gold in appearance. Since gold was only sold in 18 karat gold at the time (1800's), the development of pinchbeck allowed orninary people to buy gold "effect" jewelry on a budget. A stunning ring that is rich with history and antiquity.
Dimensions-
Size: 7
Height: 1" 1/8 in.
Width: 7/8 of an in
Code: IA700B (OAE)
Antique ruby and diamond pinchbeck ring. Pinchbeck is a form of brass, an alloy of copper and zinc mixed in proportions to closly resemble gold in appearance. Since gold was only sold in 18 karat gold at the time (1800's), the development of pinchbeck allowed orninary people to buy gold "effect" jewelry on a budget. A stunning ring that is rich with history and antiquity.
Dimensions-
Size: 7
Height: 1" 1/8 in.
Width: 7/8 of an in
Code: IA700B (OAE)