Bold Vintage Chrysoprase Ring caduceus

Bold Vintage Chrysoprase Ring caduceusGood vintage condition. Details: 9k yellow gold, stamped and tested, with full British hallmarks for London 1965, maker's mark Fred Manshaw Size 6 and do not recommend resizing One oval cabochon chrysoprase, approximately 9. 5x7. 5x3. 8mm Face of ring measures 12. 2mm wide, 9. 5mm across, with a 4. 3mm rise; back of band measures 3mm wide and 1. 2mm thick 2. 8g

A favourite style of the late 19th and early 20th centuries

“The seven islands and their symbols as listed by the ILN are: Ithaca with a head of Ulysses

but will quickly build up a charming patina once again as you wear it

cannot be resized• Ring measures 7

approximately 22 carat total weight

the ring is comfortably modelled with a low-profile setting while the shape of the stone elongates the finger for a flattering look

it was further popularized (like so many things) by Queen Victoria

While we don't recommend wearing charms along flat chains (as the weight can bend the links

• Face of ring is 6mm wide

including a few small dents

including evidence of past resizing and patina to gold throughout

4mm from snout to tail and 4