Antique 18th Century Iberian Diamond & Red Spinel Ring | Antique Ring moon and star charm Swallows were a common motif

Swallows were a common motif in Victorian and Edwardian jewelry symbolic of faithful love and a safe return home

there was some enamel restoration to the flower petals (visible under close inspection)

8 inches from the top to bottom by 0

The fox is an animal known for its heightened sense of awareness and mental responsiveness

The swallow was originally a vintage brooch (circa 1920-1940) that our jeweler transformed by removing the pin findings

Antique 18th Century Iberian Diamond & Red Spinel Ring | Antique Ring moon and star charm Swallows were a common motifAn outstanding treasure for any antique jewelry enthusiast! This rare ring was handcrafted on the Iberian peninsula (Spain or Portugal) in the mid to late 1700s. The 14k gold ring features features an array of table cut red spinels (with one garnet) in rub over collets with a glistening rose cut diamond at its center. The diamond is approximately 30 points (0. 30ct). The ring is in good condition; however, the center rose cut diamond is a later