Antique 18K, 14K, Diamond & Turquoise Conversion Ring carved cameo most men sported these decorative

most men sported these decorative yet practical contraptions

or formed the basis of new life-long collections for the men who took the trip

This version actually hails from the 1960s which goes to show that "Egyptomania" never dies

fearsome and forbidding

flanked on the top and bottom by seed pearls

Antique 18K, 14K, Diamond & Turquoise Conversion Ring carved cameo most men sported these decorativePersian turquoise was very popular among Victorians. It was brought to Europe via Turkey, and called Pierre Turquoise (Turkish Stone) by the French. It is harder than American turquoise, and has a pure blue color with no matrix, which was desirable in the Victorian Era. Queen Victoria was said to be very fond of the stone, which added to its popularity. In many cultures, it is said to bring protection, health, prosperity and love. Some wear it to ward