Late Victorian Cowrie Shell Ring Roman "The craft comprises any decorative

"The craft comprises any decorative item made by soldiers

It's a great look - with a 15k rose gold inner band so it can be worn comfortably against the skin

with striking chevron motifs pointing towards the centre

and a bail for wear on a chain

The centre features a flower

Late Victorian Cowrie Shell Ring Roman "The craft comprises any decorativeDATE: Late Victorian, c. 1900 Unusual late Victorian ring set with an especially attractive sea shell. I believe (please correct me if I'm wrong) it to be a deer spotted cowrie, from the family of marine gastropod mollusks in the family Cypraeidae. It's mounted in 9 karat gold with pear teardrop shaped head and split shoulder shank; dating from the turn of the 20th century. STONES Cowrie Shell MEASUREMENTS Head: 1. 7 x 1. 2cm 2. 5mm WEIGHT 3. 2g MARKS