Clearly hallmarked for 18ct Gold, and Birmingham (the date mark is indistinguishable), this is a really super antique buckle ring, steeped in romantic symbolism.

It is a UK size L which is a US size 5 1/2. Its band measures 6mm, and it weighs 5.13g

This is a wonderful piece of antique jewellery, which provides fabulous finger coverage and is an extremely worthy investment.

Buckle rings were prevalent in the Victorian era, when sentimental jewellery was extremely popular. Buckles on jewellery were given as love tokens. They symbolised the binding love between the giver and the wearer of the ring. They were also regarded as symbols of loyalty and memory.