Victorian Silver Mizpah Ring crosses and spring-loaded so it pops

and spring-loaded so it pops up when the catch is released

a time when paste gemstones could command as much or more than the natural stones they simulated

An exceptional early 18th Century Posy Ring with the inscription "Rather death then faulse of faythe" (rather death than false of faith)

Partial English hallmark (date letter rubbed)

was a watchmaker who trained his sons in the watchmaking business

Victorian Silver Mizpah Ring crosses and spring-loaded so it popsDATE: Victorian, c. 1895 Cool Victorian MIZPAH ring made in the year 1882. Hebrew for "watchtower", the mizpah sentiment has come to connote an emotional bond between two people who have become separated either physically or by death. The word is often used as the name for a cemetery, often seen on headstones and other memorials. This ring was likely exchanged to commemorate a promise or bond. Crafted in sterling silver, the lettering stands out over