Poitou regional ring in 18 karat gold (750 thousandths). Antique French three-faceted ring, enameled in black and white and decorated with a flower. The central facet features a blank oval cartouche, it can be engraved. The ring is decorated with floral motifs. Antique Poitou regional ring, circa 1860, France.
Eagle head hallmark (poinçon d’État français pour l’or 18 karats)
Finger size: 53 UE or 6.25 US (can bechanged)
Ring width: 6.7 mm
Note: ask for a quote for engraving in the centre
Condition: small enamel chips, scratches from use
Weight: 2.11 gr
Historical point: this jewelry is called a “maraîchère wedding ring”, as it was worn in the Vendée marshlands and made in the Lower Poitou region. To learn more about the jewelry of our regions, we recommend the book written by Michael C. W. Fieggen, Les Bijoux Des Français.