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c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring (on white background)
c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring (right side view)
c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring (left side view)
c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring (detail)
c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring (profile view)
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c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring

c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring (on white background)
c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring (right side view)
c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring (left side view)
c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring (detail)
c1840 Cat's Eye Operculum Ring (profile view)
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An early Victorian ring with a cat's eye operculum-- a shell with natural coloration that resembles an eye. In the 19th century, operculum was believed to be protective. Built in 9K rosy-yellow gold. Probably English.

Currently a size 6-3/4 and could be resized in the 6 to 7-1/2 range for $75.

Materials

Operculum and 9K Gold

Date

c1840

Condition

Good. Shell has crazing and surface wear.

Size

US Size 6-3/4 (could be resized in the 6 to 7-1/2 range for $75)
Stone: 22 x 18mm