Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Active Great Hampton-street

Great Hampton-street

and the stone is certified at 2

I'm guessing the unfortunate etymology is tied into a particular brand of Victorian racism that marked the entire Roma ethnic group as criminals/wrong-uns

A cool antique compass

Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Active Great Hampton-streetDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 This fantastic Victorian ring is set with the most unusual saphiret , perfectly moulded to create the man in the moon. Saphiret is a rare type of glass that was produced during the mid 19th century in the town of Gablonz, Czechoslovakia. It's distinctive and shimmering colour is produced by fusing karat gold with a sapphire coloured glass, creating a beautiful outcome much like this piece. It rests within a closed backed