The Nocturne Ring - gold

Description

A study in darkness and light, the Nocturne Ring evokes the quiet hours when memory seems to linger most closely. At its center, a brilliant stone rests within a golden starburst, surrounded by a field of deep black enamel. The scalloped edge frames the composition like the petals of a midnight flower, while the engraved shoulders add a delicate flash of pattern to the warm gold. It is a piece that feels almost celestial, one small point of light held carefully against the dark.

Black enamel became deeply associated with mourning jewelry during the Victorian era, when jewelry was often worn as a visible expression of grief, remembrance, and enduring devotion. Darkened surfaces and somber materials transformed personal adornment into something more intimate: a way of carrying remembrance close to the body. The Nocturne draws upon this tradition, pairing the solemnity of black with the symbolism of a central star - a light that remains after darkness falls.

Complete the pairing with the Nocturne Necklace, made to rest close to the heart.

Part of our Mourning Victorian Collection - Created to honor the quiet beauty in grief, memory, and transformation.

All pieces are handmade!

Features

• 18k Gold Vermeil over 925 Sterling Silver with 2.5 micron gold plating
• Rich black enamel with a sculpted star setting
• Brilliant cubic zirconia center stone
• Intricate engraved detailing throughout the band
• Victorian inspired design with a modern heirloom silhouette
• Ring Width: 10.2 mm
• Band Thickness: 1.35 mm

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