Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Active in this case

in this case

certified no heat treatment with Thai origin

or cloches were originally used for things like taxidermy

the first letter of each stone spells out a secret acrostic message: REGARD

Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Active in this caseDATE: 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