Man in the Moon Ring | 18k Gold, Moonstone & Diamond Ring faience and confidence

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The ornately detailed heart (circa 1910-1920) is marked for 10k gold and engraved with the initial D on the reverse of the piece

It is in very good condition with some minor wear to the inside of the glass case covering the dial

ensuring both intrinsic value and heirloom quality

The piece is 14k gold and features a purple enamel violet at its center accented with a glistening diamond

Man in the Moon Ring | 18k Gold, Moonstone & Diamond Ring faience and confidenceAround the turn of the century, increased lunar interest turned into a brief trend of man in the moon themed jewelry. This ring was created by combining a vintage band of 18k gold (circa 1920 1930) with a carved moonstone face from a Victorian pin (circa 1880). The top of the ring is silver topped 14k gold and it features a finely carved moonstone surrounded by a halo of diamond rays. The face of the ring measures 0. 6 inches by 0. 6 inches, and it is