Edwardian Tourmaline Compass Point Ring rings the base is set with

the base is set with an intaglio carved carnelian panel

DATE: Pre-Revolution

He has a quiver slung on his back by a ribbon edged with gold and the motto in red

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140 - "Seal in the form of a lion lying on a green mound

Edwardian Tourmaline Compass Point Ring rings the base is set withDATE: Edwardian, c. 1910 This cool antique French ring is set with a central tourmaline, with a diamond accent at each compass point. Dating to c. 1910, the ring is modelled in 18k gold with platinum settings. Tourmaline has a fascinating history they are thought to have been first brought to Europe in great numbers from Sri Lanka [Ceylon] by the Dutch East India Company in the 17th Century, mainly for use in jewellery. The stone became known as