The gold quartz rectangular ring with a beveled 18k gold border is circa 1875, and is mounted on a later (contemporary) 14 k gold band. It is a large size man’s ring and is very attractive. The 14k gold band tapers from 1/2″ wide at the top to 1/4″ at the apex of the base. Total weight of the ring is 14.9 grams.
Ring is overall about 1 1/8″ high with a 7/8″ diameter.
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