Victorian Oyster Shell Purse and amethyst cocktail ring to a 7 rose quartz with blue roman numerals

with blue roman numerals

It's fashioned in 18 karat gold with clear London hallmarks precisely dating it to the year 1873

and full of colour and life - set in silver to complement the stones

with an amazing weight of 34

Victorian Oyster Shell Purse and amethyst cocktail ring to a 7 rose quartz with blue roman numeralsDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 During the Victorian era, coins were a little smaller to what they are today, and this little purse would have been perfect for keeping them safe. Made from an oyster shell, this fantastic purse is lined with red and white material, creating three small pouches. Its hinged down one side and opens and fastens with florally decorated metal fittings. The shell itself is smooth and iridescent, and overall just a pretty cool place