Opaque Enamel Ring 20s bride Minor discolorations

Minor discolorations

*reposted from the vintage fashion guild

burgundy/ oxblood

tag says Japanese fabric and dry clean only

often fitting sizes or two smaller

Opaque Enamel Ring 20s bride Minor discolorationsThis antique cloisson ring is a rare find: it features a highly unusual chevron pattern, with an inverted scallop shape. It was made in the early 20th Century, most likely in China. To appreciate the craftsmanship of this ring, one needs to understand the process of making cloisson. Derived from the French word cloison (meaning "to separate") in this process fine metals are soldered to create an outline of the desired pattern. These compartments are