Fede Locket Ring

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Rare Regency period fede locket ring c.1820. Finely chased hands hold a turquoise and diamond set forget-me-not with a hinged locket compartment, opening to reveal the memento of a tiny glazed panel with the hair of the beloved. Hand motifs were a popular romantic symbol in Georgian jewellery, the clasped hands called "fede" from ‘mani in fede’(hands joined in faith) representing friendship, love, and betrothal. 15 ct gold, Persian turquoise,old cut diamond. I have had quite a few examples with hands holding a central flower but this is unusual with the opening locket centre. Size 6. Show more