Edwardian Opal 5-Stone Ring Size:5.75 and he holds one gold

and he holds one gold heart behind him

suggesting it could have been made by a sailor - tar being a go-to substance for a variety of 19th century nautical applications

presumably

AEI was a popular Victorian sentiment

The pierced gallery displays chased scroll detailing

Edwardian Opal 5-Stone Ring Size:5.75 and he holds one goldDATE: Edwardian, c. 1910 Stunning antique opal five stone ring dating from the early 20th century, circa 1910. The stones are bright and lively with excellent play of colour that appears to dance as it moves in the light the full rainbow colour spectrum on display. It's crafted in 18 karat gold with fine claw settings and a fluted gallery. STONES Natural opal MEASUREMENTS Head: 7 x 19mm Rise off finger: 4. 2mm Width of band: 2. 7mm WEIGHT 2. 8g MARKS