A pretty 15ct gold ring that was made circa 1830. It has been set with two oval almandine garnets with a curved line of emeralds dividing them. The shank has pierced shoulders with engraving all around. It is an eye catching ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring that was made in 1897 in Birmingham. It has been set with three turquoise with small old mine cut diamonds framing them. The meaning behind the use of turquoise when it comes to engagement rings, is a trustworthy relationship. Every marriage must be built on trust, and this antique turquoise engagement ring can signify this trust, and be a constant reminder throughout your marriage.}

A beautiful 18ct gold five stone sapphire ring that was made in 1908. The sapphires are good well matched natural stones. it has tiny diamond points that give the ring a good line on either edge. This was a common practice with Victorian and Edwardian jewellery. It would make a wonderful engagement or dress ring.}

A stunning Art Deco ring made in France circa 1920. It is platinum and has been set with a twenty five point diamond in the centre with a pierced starburst design around it set with a mixture of rose cut and eight cut diamonds. Around the edge is a band of copper coloured enamel, and there are small diamonds in the shoulders. It is an original and beautiful ring and would make a lovely engagement ring.}

The perfect 18ct gold ring to wear as it sits so well on the finger. It has a sapphire in it's head.It was made circa 1890-1900 and imported in to France. Victorian snake rings were a very popular symbol of eternal love, and are as meaningful now as they were then.}

A pretty Edwardian 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1900-1915. The topaz has been rose cut which is unusual and is surrounded by small white diamonds. Topaz is the birthstone for the month of December, and the stone given in celebration of the 4th and 19th anniversaries of marriage. It is also a symbol of love and affection, and has been said to be an aid to ones sweetness and disposition. It would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

A very special 18ct gold snake ring that has been set with a cabochon sapphire in the snake's head. There is a small rose diamond in each eye. It is a heavy gage and feels good when worn. The snake motif in antique jewellery represented “Eternal love and wisdom”, so pieces such as this ring would have been a gift from an admirer.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1850. It has been set with a beautiful natural oval emerald with small rose cut diamonds around it. It is a charming ring and would make a pretty engagement or dress ring.}

A lovely 15ct gold snake ring with a diamond set in it's head that was made circa 1880-1900. Many examples of Victorian snake rings feature snakes, suggesting that these pieces were intended as tokens of love and affection. This style would be worn by both men and women. Snakes featured heavily in the myths of ancient Greece and Rome. They were reviled for their ability to shed their skin, meaning that they were seen as a symbol of regeneration and rebirth. This association with regeneration and fertility suggests links to the Victorian connotations between snakes and eternal love. Furthermore, the common representation of the snake being the ouroboros (meaning a circular depiction of a snake swallowing its own tail) acts as a symbol of eternity. So a wonderful interpretation and special to wear.}

A very impressive 18ct white gold large rectangular aquamarine ring. It has been set with three diamonds on each shoulder. Aquamarine was believed to be the treasure of mermaids, and was used by sailors as a talisman of good luck, fearlessness and protection. It was also considered a stone of eternal youth and happiness! It was made circa 1930 and would make a wonderful dress ring.}

A smart 18ct gold ring set with an octagonal aquamarine with twelve bright white and well matched diamonds. It was made in London in 1999. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

An unusual and quite large cluster ring that was made circa 1800-1820 in Austria. It has been set with various irregularly cut rose diamonds that sit charmingly in their exclusive silver settings. There is a little silver oak leaf on either side of the cluster. The shank is 18ct gold. These early rings are much sought after as they have a subtle quality about them and glitter beautifully, especially when worn in a candle lit room.}

A beautiful 18ct gold ring set with a rectangular Columbian emerald. The emerald is a good clear stone and comes with a certificate.  It is surrounded by well matched white diamonds and has a diamond in each shoulder. It sits low on the finger in a classic style. It was made circa 1900-1920 in Austria. It would be ideal as a dress ring or a lovely engagement ring.}

A pretty 9ct gold ring set with blue and white paste that was made circa 1910.  It is a great look on the finger and to all intents and purposes it looks like sapphires and diamonds when worn.}

A fabulous 18ct white gold ring set with a wonderful two and a half carat yellow sapphire which is surrounded by over one carat of good white diamonds. It looks amazing on the finger and would be a great engagement or dress ring.}

A beautiful Art Deco ring that was made circa 1920-1930. It is set with a good rectangular emerald of Columbian origin. On either side are three graded baguette diamonds. It would make a wonderful engagement or dress ring.}

A lovely Art Deco ring that was made in the 1920s. It has been set with a rectangular emerald in a rectangular setting with well matched white diamonds around it. The shoulders have also been set with diamonds. The shank is 18ct gold and the top is platinum. Platinum is a hard metal and in the 1920s it was used extensively as it is durable and much more suitable than setting stones in silver which is a soft metal and discolours over time. This ring would make a great engagement ring.}

A special 18ct gold ring set with an oval Columbian emerald that is surrounded by old mine cut diamonds. There is also a diamond set in to each shoulder. It was made in France circa 1900-1920. It is in lovely condition and would make a perfect engagement ring.}

An unusual and very stylish Art Deco 18ct white gold and platinum ring. The design is a canted square with three well matched emerald set across at an angle. On either side are four diamonds. It is a fantastic look on the finger, and would make an amazing engagement ring.}

A rare original Art Deco platinum ring. It has a good eighty point white transition cut diamond in the centre. On either side are step cut onyx, then shaped emeralds ina curved design. On the outside are well matched white diamonds and diamonds are also set in to the shoulders. There is millgrain detail on the platinum. Millgrain decoration is the form of tiny bead shapes that are raised on the edges using a knurling tool and which add intricate detail. It sits low on the finger so it would be ideal as a dress or amazing engagement ring.}

A lovely original Art Deco ring that was made in the 1920s. It has been set with a rectangular cut emerald. The emerald is surrounded by diamonds in an angular design. It sits low on the finger so it looks elegant when worn. It would be a wonderful engagement or dress ring.}

An unusual platinum ring that was made in the 1920s in Germany. It has been set in rub over settings with three bright white diamonds with a total weight of just under one carat. The shank has interesting laurel leaf decoration on the sides. It would certainly be admired whether worn as a dress or as an engagement ring.}

An 18ct gold ring by Elizabeth Gage, with crossed arrows, the sun, moon and crosses with a rope twist border, signed and hallmarked for London 1988. Elizabeth Gage MBE is an award-winning British jewellery designer and trained master goldsmith who has been creating collectable jewellery for over 50 years. She has been described by the trade as someone “whose large rings, historical references, gorgeous stones and elaborate craftsmanship set the tone for a whole generation” After studying design at the Chelsea School of Art and at the Sir John Cass College, in 1968 Elizabeth received a commission from Cartier in New York City to create a special collection for their new catalogue. Four years later, she was presented with the coveted De Beers International Diamond Award. In 1989, she was awarded the Queen’s Award for Export Achievement. A major US retrospective of Elizabeth Gage’s work entitled ‘The Enchanting Jewels of Elizabeth Gage’ was held at the New Britain Museum of American Art. The critically acclaimed show ran from 25 April to 26 July 2015. Elizabeth’s pieces constantly attract the attention of top fashion magazines and celebrities due to their unique quality. Some of her designs are included in the permanent jewellery collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. She has recently published a book about her jewellery and her inspirations called The Unconventional Gage. Her pieces are beautiful and will stand the test of time.}

A stylish Art Deco ring that was made in the 1920s. It has been set with a square cut piece of onyx with a good white diamond in the centre. The shoulders have interesting detail and are set with a diamond on either side. There is a diamond set on either side of the scalloped edge too. It was made in Germany, most likely in Pforzheim which was the main jewellery manufacturing centre in Germany.}

A beautiful 18ct gold almandine garnet and diamond cluster ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It has a really pretty shank that divides in to three when it reaches the cluster. It is a light and very pretty look when worn, and would be ideal as an engagement or dress ring.}

A typical Art Deco ring that was made in the 1920s in Germany. It has been set with four cabochon cut diamond shaped pieces of matched natural coral. Around the coral is a scalloped edge set with graded marcasite (iron pyrites) The top is silver and the shank is 14ct gold. It is a very stylish ring.}

A smart silver Art Deco ring that was made in the 1920s in Germany. It has been set with graded marcasite in a stepped design. Marcasite is the most used term for iron pyrites. It was cut to look like rose diamonds, so it was the costume jewellery of the time.}

An unusual 15ct gold ring that was made in the 1820-1830 period. It has a natural split pearl cluster with a rectangular cut ruby and a gold flower on either side with the stems coiling around the shank. These rings were very popular then and are charming reminders of a bygone age.}

An unusual 9ct gold “Fede” ring, or faith ring. These rings are always composed of two clasped hands holding or hiding a heart. This one has a drop heart set with a natural split pearl. Fede rings have been around since Roman times. When worn on the right hand, with the heart facing out, the wearer is not involved in a courtship. When worn on the right hand, with the heart facing in, the wearer is involved in a courtship. When worn on the left hand, with the heart facing in, the wearer is happily married for evermore. Take your pick!}

An unusual 18ct gold ring that has been set with an amethyst with a carved intaglio of a bird. Above is the motto "Ventis Secundis" Latin for "With Favourable Winds. The intaglio dates from 1830-1880. The mount is later with small diamonds set in to the shoulders. It is an attractive and wearable ring.}

A wonderful and very wearable 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is a knot design which literally meant "tying the knot". It would have been a gift of love.}

A very striking 18ct gold ring. It is set with an oval peridot which is surrounded by well matched white diamonds with a total weight of one carat. It was made in the 1950s. It looks amazing when worn.}

A beautiful and large Art Nouveau 18ct gold and platinum ring. It is a wonderful sinuous design with fine attention to detail, with a central diamond weighing three quarters of a carat. Rings like this are really hard to find and this ring is a wonderful example of the Art Nouveau era.}

A stunning gem quality peridot and diamond ring. It is 18ct gold and platinum and was made in the late 1920s. The peridot is large and a beautiful clear green. It is surrounded by twenty eight diamonds. The gallery is really well made with fine detail on the shoulders that are set with small diamonds.}

An Art Deco 18ct gold ring set with a top quality black opal. It displays stunning deep blue and green colours. Black opals were sourced from Lighting Ridge in New South Wales, Australia. They are the most valuable of all the opals. There three small diamonds on either side set in to the shank. The ring is finely made and really beautiful.}

A very large and striking 18ct gold ring.It has been set with a large rectangular emerald. Around the emerald are sixteen brilliant cut diamonds. It is a stunning ring and looks amazing when worn.}

A rare 18ct gold Georgian ring that was made circa 1800-1820. It has been set with a carnelian stone that has a carved intaglio of a Centurion's head with a bird on his helmet. The carnelian has changed colour from a deep red to it's present colour over the years.}

A beautifully carved 18ct gold Victorian Buckle Ring. The buckle motif represents eternity, fidelity, strength and protection. The ivy leaves within the design mean "Cling to me" and the roses are for "True Love". It would make a fantastic gift from one friend to another.}

An unusual 18ct gold and platinum Art Deco ring that was made in the 1920s. It has been set with a good black opal that displays flashes of red. Unlike ordinary opals, black opals have carbon and iron oxide trace elements present, which cause the unusual darkness of the stone. Because of their dark body tone, the rainbow colours in a black opal stand out much better than lighter opals. This vibrancy of colour makes black opal the most valuable form of all opals. Often a black opal will have a natural layer of potch (colourless opal) left on the back of the stone, which can give the stone an extra darkness and vibrancy of colour. The darker this potch backing is, the darker the body tone, which usually makes for greater vibrancy of colour and a higher value black opal. The opal in this ring has a dark potch on the reverse hence the extra colour vibrancy. It would most likely have been sourced in Lightning Ridge in New South Wales, Australia. It is flanked by a diamond on either side.}

This ring is an unusual design with three old mine cut diamonds set vertically in the middle, and small rose diamonds in a lattice work design on either side. It is 18ct gold with a platinum top and frames the finger beautifully when worn. It was made circa 1910 and would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

An unusual and really stylish Art Deco platinum ring. It was most likely made in Germany or Austria and imported to France for sale in the 1920s. It is set with a cabochon cut coral that is surrounded by well matched graded white diamonds. There are also diamonds on either shoulder. It is an amazing style and looks great when worn.}

A stylish Art Deco 18ct white gold ring set with twenty nine transition and single cut diamonds in a bombe style. It was made circa 1920-1930 and is typical of the period. It also comes with a gemological report from the World Gemological Institute. It would be a perfect engagement ring.}

An unusual 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1880. It has been set with a large oval rose diamond in the centre with ten rose diamonds around it. The shoulders have pierced work woven style decoration. Rose diamonds are lovely stones as they give off subtle grey white flashes especially when worn in a candle lit setting which is where they were meant to be shown off in.}

A smart 18ct gold ring that has been set with well matched deep blue sapphires. It was made by Alabaster & Wilson Ltd in 1929. Since the early 19th century Alabaster & Wilson Ltd. has epitomised top quality and craftsmanship in the manufacture of fine jewellery in England. This ring is a good example of their work.}

An unusual 18ct gold ring with a platinum top. It was made circa 1910 and is set with a heart shaped opal with ten small diamonds around it. It would have been a gift from an admirer all those years ago and could be again if you decide to buy it for someone you love!}

A really pretty 18ct gold marquise shaped ring set with graded white diamonds and overlapping shoulders set with square cut sapphires. It was made circa 1910-1920 and is so typical of the period with rays of pierced work within the platinum top and a central cluster. There is further decoration in the form of millgrain. Millgrain decoration is the form of tiny bead shapes that are raised on the edges using a knurling tool and which add intricate detail. The whole effect is light and beautiful. It would make an ideal engagement or dress ring.}

A stylish Art Deco ring which has a central band of rectangular cut emeralds surrounded by twenty four diamonds. It is 18ct white gold, and would make a good engagement ring.}

A very finely made and intricate 18ct gold ring. There is so much detail with a plethora of small rose diamonds throughout. In the centre is a natural bouton pearl. The reverse is equally detailed and beautifully finished. It was made circa 1900-1910 most likely in France.}

An unusual emerald and diamond ring that was made circa 1840. It has been set with a good Columbian emerald flanked on either side by an old mine cut diamond with small diamonds around each one. The shank is ornate with much attention to detail. It is a very pretty ring and would make a lovely engagement or dress ring.}

A stunning and large 18ct white gold and platinum Art Deco large rectangular ring set with diamonds and sapphires that was made circa 1920-1935. It is so stylish with a wonderful curved design set with Princess cut sapphires. In between are old mine cut diamonds. There are two diamonds on each shoulder. It would be ideal as a dress ring.}

This is a fantastic 18ct gold oval sapphire and diamond cluster ring that was made in France in the early 1920s. The natural sapphire is a gorgeous velvet blue colour. It is surrounded by twelve well matched white diamonds with a diamond set in to each shoulder. It sits low on the finger so it would make a stunning engagement ring. It is accompanied with a gemmological certificate that confirms the sapphire has had no heat treatment.}

Topaz is a lovely precious stone. It is the birthstone for the month of December, and the stone given in celebration of the 4th and 19th anniversaries of marriage. It is also a symbol of love and affection, so this 18ct white and yellow gold ring is quite special. On either side is a diamond to compliment the topaz.}

A good 18ct gold three stone turquoise and diamond ring that was made in Birmingham in 1898. The Victorians were very fond of using turquoise in jewellery as it meant "Forget me not" after the flower of the same name, so this ring would have been given as a token of affection.}

An interesting 18ct gold ring that was made in 1876. It has a central cluster with an oval ruby with small diamonds around it. The cluster is held in an openwork claw design. The shank is fluted. It would make an unusual engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring set with two rubies and three diamonds. It was made in 1908 in Birmingham. This style of ring is so easy to wear every day.}

A good heavy gage 18ct gold knot ring. It was made in 1915 in Birmingham. It is set with a ruby in the centre and two diamonds. Lover's knot rings were popular in the early 1900s. The meaning was "Eternal love that cannot be untied" The use of the ruby and diamonds also symbolises "Eternal love"}

A beautiful 18ct white gold and platinum ring that was made in the 1920s. It is set with two quarter of a carat each square cut diamonds one above the other in the centre. Around the square cut diamonds are small diamonds and three diamonds set in to each shoulder. It is a lovely original ring with very bright and white diamonds, and would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A lovely rose diamond five stone ring that was made circa 1800-1820. It has an 18ct gold shank and a silver top. This style of ring is getting rarer to find.}

A good 18ct gold ring set with a transitional cut diamond weighing just over half a carat. The shoulders are pierced and decorated. It is a simple yet elegant look. It was made in 1908 in Chester.}

A good looking 18ct gold Art Nouveau ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is set with a good Ceylon sapphire in the centre with graded rose diamonds on either side in a swirl pattern. These rings were generally made in France but it could be Belgian.}