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EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 11 - Picardi Jewelers
EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 11 - Picardi Jewelers
EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 11 - Picardi Jewelers
EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 11 - Picardi Jewelers
EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 11 - Picardi Jewelers


EASTERN EUROPEAN/BALKAN SWEETHEART RING, SIZE 11

C2053

Regular price $115.00 Sale

19th century, gilt bronze of iconic form with inscription ribbon supported by pierced tendrils. 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. Some wear from use and burial with the 24karat gold surface restored. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.