{"product_id":"victorian-bumblebee-ring","title":"Victorian Bumblebee Ring","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA gorgeous and unusual antique gold bumblebee ring. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe bumblebee dates from the 19th century and its body is decorated with rose cut diamonds all over, with rubies set into the eyes. The diamonds are set in a open-backed silver topped gold mount. This lovely bee would have started life as a stickpin and has since been converted to a ring. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe ring is crafted in 18K gold and features a scrollwork band designed in early 19th century style. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn Victorian England, jewellery often featured insect motifs, it was seen as a way to connect with the natural world and this piece is a lovely example of this trend. More specifically, the bumblebee symbolised unconditional love and support. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUK size N 1\/2 \/ US size 6.75\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe ring weighs 1.95 grams, it is unmarked but tests as 18K gold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe bee measures 12mm x 9mm. The ring sits flat on the finger which makes it ideal for frequent wear. This special piece would be eye-catching when worn and add a dash of Victorian playfulness to an everyday outfit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922729320756,"sku":"","price":1222.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/953BEC55-423F-4079-93CF-F1A07A1021A1.jpg?v=1713658264","url":"https:\/\/ravensburyantiques.com\/fr-be\/products\/victorian-bumblebee-ring","provider":"Ravensbury Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}