Late Victorian Emerald & Diamond Gypsy Ring jade A WW1 era 'Trench Art'

A WW1 era 'Trench Art' signet ring crafted from the aluminium nose cone of a German artillery shell

It is mentioned in The Romance of Princess Amelia

The cameo sits within a two-tone gold oval head

and the beetle has been given two antennae with diamond studs at the ends

It dates to the latter half of the 18th Century

Late Victorian Emerald & Diamond Gypsy Ring jade A WW1 era 'Trench Art'DATE: Victorian, 1897 A perfectly formed Victorian gypsy ring set with emeralds and old cut diamonds. It's crafted in 18 karat gold, with pretty scrolled detailing to the shoulders and clear Birmingham hallmarks dating it to the year 1897. A fine example of the style, its sleek and ideal for stacking. STONES Natural Emeralds Old Cut Diamonds MEASUREMENTS Centre stone: 4. 0 x 3. 5mm Width at head: 6. 8mm Width of band: 2. 0mm WEIGHT 3. 5g MARKS English