DESCRIPTION
- A beautiful and timeless eternity band made by the premier wedding band designer/manufacturer, J.R. Wood & Sons. This ring (estimated circa the early 1900s to 1920s) is modelled in solid 18k white and yellow gold. It features milgrain edges and a continuous embossed orange blossom pattern. This ring would complement an engagement ring or make a lovely addition to your collection.
- Orange blossom has a long-lasting association with Queen Victoria. It began when the Queen married Prince Albert in 1840 and adorned her floral wedding crown with five-petaled citrus buds. It marked the start of an enduring association within the Royal family. And it continued to influence generations of royal brides, who all had orange blossoms as part of the design of their wedding dresses.
- Orange blossom is traditionally linked with marriages because it symbolizes joy, prosperity, innocence, and fertility.
MARKS
- “18 K W” (Note: The letter “W”/the J.R. Wood & Son hallmark is on its side)
- “45”
Some relevant dates:
- Established in 1850 by J.R. Wood in Brooklyn, they made some of the best gold and platinum jewelry of the time
- In the 1890s, they developed the first seamless soldered rings—a modern development at that time
- In the 1920s, their craftsman began to design and manufacture wedding bands and engagement rings that had “carved” designs in exquisite detail
- J.R. Wood & Sons later became ArtCarved and is still in operation today
INSCRIPTION
- The ring has been inscribed with the couple’s initials and their wedding date
- The inscription has faded over the years. My best guess is “J.V. — C.M.J. Feb. 07, 1909”
- Note: While an inscription can provide helpful information in identifying the age of a piece of jewelry, it is not always indicative of when it was made. Since J.R. Wood & Sons began designing and manufacturing wedding bands that had “carved” designs in the 1920s, I suspect the couple may have purchased the ring in the 1920s but added in their original wedding date in 1909 later on. The design of this wedding band also took cues from the Art Deco era
MEASUREMENTS
- Ring size: Approx. 4.75 US standard (Note: The ring is resizable but it is not recommended, as it will impact the integrity of the design and patina)
- Width: Approx. 2.5 mm
- Depth: Approx. 2.1 mm
- Weight: Approx. 3.1 grams
CONDITION
- Overall, the ring is in excellent antique condition but bears signs of wear commensurate with age. Metal surfaces have marks and scratches that one would expect in a piece of this age. These ‘imperfections’ add character to the piece rather than take away from it
- While the milgrain edges have softened over the years, the orange blossom pattern is still very crisp
- There is no visible evidence of a previous repair or resize
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
- All props, including jewelry boxes and other jewelry pictured, are for styling purposes only. They are not included in the listing unless specifically stated otherwise
- The item's condition is subjective. Please take your time to look through the photos, as they further inform the condition and form part of the extended description
- Please refer to the listed dimensions for an accurate sense of the item’s size, as zoomed images can disproportionately represent the size of an item
- All images are taken in natural light and are not edited. However, actual colours may vary slightly from your monitor. This is due to computer monitors displaying colours differently and everyone can see these colours differently
- High karat gold contains more gold and has fewer mixed metals. This means it is usually softer than lower karats—10k and 14k
SHIPPING
- You will receive the exact item pictured/described in this listing
- The item(s) will be shipped to your eBay/PayPal-verified address only with tracking provided
- All items will be carefully packaged using recycled materials whenever possible
- Orders will be processed as quickly as possible, typically within two business days. Delivery time will depend on the carrier selected and on your location. Note: Please allow extra time for delivery during the holidays, severe weather conditions, and to remote or secure locations
- Buyers are responsible for any taxes, customs or import duties. They are not included in the item price or postage cost. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be before the purchase
- I am happy to combine postage if multiple items are purchased together
- I will refund the overage on the shipping cost if it's more than $5 CAD
RETURNS & EXCHANGES
- All images and item descriptions are intended to accurately reflect, to the best of my ability and in good faith
- All antique/vintage/pre-owned pieces of jewelry and jewelry boxes are sold ‘as is’
- Returns & exchanges are not accepted unless I have grossly misinterpreted the information. Rest assured, I will make it right if that ever happens
- Please contact me if you have concerns with your order and I will be happy to assist
Please reach out if you have questions or require additional images. Thank you for your interest!
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