{"product_id":"10k-yellow-gold-masonic-signet-ring-with-synthetic-sapphire","title":"10k Yellow Gold Masonic Signet Ring with Synthetic Sapphire","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis substantial 10K yellow gold signet ring carries a particularly distinctive American character, centred by a vivid 9 x 7mm blue synthetic sapphire plaque engraved with the Masonic square and compasses and the letter “G”. The substantial, gently tapering band gives the ring a pleasing weight in the hand at 5.22g, while the low-profile construction means it sits comfortably on the finger despite its bold proportions. The inside of the shank is stamped 10K and KIMBERLY, identifying it with the Kimberly name associated with the New York jewellery manufacturer Albert Lorsch \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Masonic emblem gives this piece its real character. The square and compasses are among the best-known symbols of Freemasonry, while the letter “G” is traditionally associated with Geometry in Masonic symbolism. The Museum of Freemasonry notes that the G became particularly common in American Freemasonry from the 19th century onwards, making its presence here especially fitting for a piece with American jewellery connections. In great condition and a comfortable UK size S \/ US 9, this is a wonderfully substantial piece for anyone drawn to vintage signet rings, Masonic jewellery or unusual signed American gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFun fact: The Kimberly name has an interesting jewellery history of its own. “Kimberly Gem” was listed in a 1904 jewellery trade publication as a subdivision of Albert Lorsch \u0026amp; Co. in New York, described as producing jewellery set with imitation and synthetic stones, making the synthetic sapphire in this ring particularly appropriate to the history of the maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore specs below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• 10k yellow gold\u003cbr\u003e• circa 1960s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• the synthetic sapphire measures 9x7mm\u003cbr\u003e• the band width is 4mm at the narrowest point\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• the setting sits 4mm above the finger\u003cbr\u003e• the ring weighs a nice 5.22g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the ring is in great condition with minor signs of wear on the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: UK S \/ US 9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI post all my UK orders via Royal Mail Special Delivery. Please make sure to provide me with the correct address as I cannot alter anything once your order is processed. If you have any concerns please contact me within the hour of your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Betty's Ring Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55522388246870,"sku":null,"price":580.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1050\/5604\/3350\/files\/chunky_masonic_ring-001.jpg?v=1790607394","url":"https:\/\/bettysringbox.com\/products\/10k-yellow-gold-masonic-signet-ring-with-synthetic-sapphire","provider":"Betty's Ring Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}