20th century AD. A large silver-coloured metal ring with D-section hoop, flared fluted shoulders, deep geometric shapes around, set with oval-shaped chalcedony gemstone engraved with calligraphic inscription; hallmark(?) stamped on the hoop interior. 29.60 grams, 30.99mm overall, 21.61mm internal diameter (approximate size British Y, USA 12, Europe 27.51, Japan 26) (1 1/4"). From the family collection of a Hampstead gentleman; formerly acquired in the 1980s. [No Reserve]