Antique 18th Century Portuguese Chrysoberyl & Minas Novas Ring - Size 7 sterling silver The love-token fad waned in

The love-token fad waned in the early 20th century

It features natural Damele turquoise

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Antique 18th Century Portuguese Chrysoberyl & Minas Novas Ring - Size 7 sterling silver The love-token fad waned inA scarce find, this Portuguese cluster was crafted in silver in the late 1700s and features a beautifully cut large central chrysoberyl surrounded by a mix of chrysoberyl and minas novas in close set, foiled collet settings. Chrysoberyl, a rare gem that can be greenish to yellow in color, was discovered in Brazil in the late 1700s. It became popular in Portuguese jewelry after large quantities became available. In the 18th and 19th centuries,