Georgian Antique Pearl Ruby Locket Ring cherub Almost entirely handmade and in

Almost entirely handmade and in 18k gold

hand-painted enamels

Group photograph is provided for illustration purposes

Museum condition

Georgian Antique Pearl Ruby Locket Ring cherub Almost entirely handmade and inHow does jewelry survive so many years with almost no wear? It is quite uncommon, but it does occur. Our theory is that many family jewels that came from the British Isles and Europe originated from cultures that did not move and relocate as frequently as those of us from the States. In addition, a tradition of tucking jewelry away at home or in the bank, and passing items down from one generation to another, is more prevalent than in our whirlwind,