RARE - 1840 Victorian French Gimmel Ring, Gimmal Engagement Band, Antique Joint Ring, Puzzle Ring silver_pendant They do take some getting

They do take some getting used to as this is an old style in which the top hinge threads through the back of the ear and attaches to a rivet at the top

It was most likely shortened from a longer sautoir or muff chain at some point in the past

it will need to be treated with a certain level of care

Material: 800 silver with gold fill

CONDITION NOTES:The frame and screw top are in excellent condition

RARE - 1840 Victorian French Gimmel Ring, Gimmal Engagement Band, Antique Joint Ring, Puzzle Ring silver_pendant They do take some gettingDated February 4, 1840, this lovely antique ring has been guarded preciously for almost two centuries. Known as a gimmel or gimmal ring, which comes from the Latin for twin, gemmelus, the ring was constructed to be worn by separately by fiancees during the engagement period and then joined together to form one band for the wedding. The structure of the ring underpins the symbolism of equality and two souls joining together as one whole. The interior