Rare 17th Century Charles I Memorial Ring aventurine that features ornate chased detailing

that features ornate chased detailing

Ceylon Sapphires - approx

tests as 18k gold and platinum (9ct gold tops)

evidence of an old repair

Rare 17th Century Charles I Memorial Ring aventurine that features ornate chased detailingDATE: Mid 17th Century, c. 1650 An astonishing portrait memorial ring in commemoration of Charles I of England. These rings were made after the king was executed in January 1649, and would have been worn by Royalists, probably mainly in private, to show support for the monarchy. This example is modelled in 22 karat gold, and features a finely hand painted portrait of Charles it dates from c. 1650. From 1642, Charles fought the armies of the English