Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Size:7.75 Superb Victorian bangle dating from

Superb Victorian bangle dating from the 1870s

the outer stones are Vauxhall Glass

rest in scalloped settings that form open spaces to the gallery

Excellent with fine antique patina

The head is beautifully detailed with hand-engraved cross-hatching beneath

Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Size:7.75 Superb Victorian bangle dating fromDATE: 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