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 - EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 9 (7812825317550)
 - EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 9 (7812825317550)
 - EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 9 (7812825317550)
 - EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 9 (7812825317550)

EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 9

J0144

Regular price $96.00 Sale

19th century, gilt bronze of iconic form with inscription ribbon supported by pierced tendrils. It Cyrillic inscription reads REMEMBER ME and these rings were particularly popular during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870 when soldiers called to service gave them to their sweethearts. See Ancient Rings, Pollio, P.137. Excellent with the 24karat gold surface restored. See the reference image which shows the process. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.