Heavy gents 18ct gold gem set gypsy ring, stamped 18ct, 'A' within diamond cartouche maker mark, gypsy set with central ruby flanked by two green topaz stones, in engraved star surrounds, total weight 9.21gm, size Q/R
- Cartouche - An ornamental panel in the form of of a shield, oval or rectangular scroll with curling edges. It may be carved into the back of a chair or the top of a sideboard, or present on a piece of silver or jewellery, and contain the initials of the original owner, heraldic symbols, or some other inscription, such as the details of a presentation.
In ceramics the term defines the central area of a vase or similar with a decorative border in one of the shapes above, into which a decorative scene or figures have been painted.
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