{"product_id":"18th-c-stuart-crystal-ring-in-gold-and-silver","title":"18th c Stuart Crystal Ring in Gold and Silver","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI have long been searching for a Stuart crystal, and finally have found one! These lovely pieces first appeared in 1649 when Charles I, the martyred King of England, was executed. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn show of their support, often in secret, Stuart Royalists began to wear jewelry of faceted rock crystal over locks of his hair, initials in gold wire, or his image, hence the name \"Stuart crystal.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith this as its origin, the Stuart crystal soon evolved into a more popular form of sentimental and memento mori jewelry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Stuart crystal is set in solid silver and was originally a button, converted to a ring on a 14k gold band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is foil backed with a cypher of initials in fine gold wire which sits on top of what looks to be either a square of woven hair or a piece of dark colored cloth. I am uncertain what the initials are. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt likely dates from around the beginning of the 18th century and is in fantastic condition considering its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe ring band, which was a later addition, features an inscription with the date January 22, 1835, a stamped mark \"CN\" and inscribed initials that may be CLN, as well as a few other inscribed letters I cannot make out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI am happy to include the ring box shown in the photos, or message me if you would like to choose your own from a small selection. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"product-single__description rte\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Measurements +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUS size 6 3\/4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Condition +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovely condition for being over 300 years old! Some minor wear commensurate with age, but no significant flaws to note. Please see photos for best description of condition.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile this ring is completely wearable with care, please note that you should not get this piece wet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Please read +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis item is not new, and as such, it has wear commensurate with age. As with all older vintage and antique items, please handle with care.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll items are sold as-is, and I do my best to point out all condition issues and provide a detailed description and photographs.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnless specified, items have not been cleaned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI do not accept returns or offer refunds. Please see all photos, read the entire description, and ask any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Witchy Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49973531083002,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/PXL_20210617_193318989.jpg?v=1785697173","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/18th-c-stuart-crystal-ring-in-gold-and-silver","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}