Victorian 18ct Gold & Shield Shaped Bloodstone Signet Ring

An impressive VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold signet ringA ring with a central plaque on which one’s initials, a seal, or a crest is engraved. set with a plain shield shaped bloodstoneA dark green to dark bluish-green variety of Chalcedony that is splattered with red or brown spots that resemble blood. The extent of the marking varies depending on the stone. Spots are favoured over larger stripes and markings.. The shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. are entwined knots which continue above and below the bloodstone. It is a lovely design and was made in 1863 in Birmingham.