Early 18th century A.D. A gold ringposed of a slender hoop expanding at the arms, oval-shaped cushion bezel set with a cut and polished carnelian gemstone, fluting to the reverse of the bezel, saltires and crescents to the hoop. Cf. Oman, C.C., British Rings 800-1914 London, 1974, item 31(B), for type. 5.20 grams, 23.18 mm overall, 19.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4 , Europe 16.86, Japan 16) (7/8 in."). Acquired 1960s-1990s. Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions ]Condition Report: Fine condition.