Victorian Enamel AEI Harem Ring heidao Rise off finger:

Rise off finger:

tests as 18k gold and platinum (9ct gold tops)

The diamonds rest in millegrain collet settings

and what about that patina

inspired primarily by Castellani and the archaeological revival movement midway through the century

Victorian Enamel AEI Harem Ring heidao Rise off finger:DATE: Victorian, c. 1900 Six silver bands combine to form this excellent antique ring, held together by a silver bar emblazoned with the letters AEI in red white and blue enamel. The silver bands alternate in style between rope twist and plain, and it dates from the turn of the 20th century. Amity, Eternity, Infinity. The AEI sentiment was popular throughout the Victorian period as a representation of eternal love a love that conquers even death. This