Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Size:7.75 in the absence of documentary

in the absence of documentary archives

The head is beautifully detailed with hand-engraved cross-hatching beneath

But while Taurus brings out the money-oriented side of Venus

Superb Victorian bangle dating from the 1870s

In ancient times

Victorian "Man in the Moon" Saphiret Ring Size:7.75 in the absence of documentaryDATE: 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