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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;stellawine, post: 10463235, member: 93174&quot;][ATTACH=full]526330[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]526332[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]526333[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]526334[/ATTACH] Hello everyone,</p><p><br /></p><p>I recently acquired this secondhand ring, and I&#039;m hoping someone can help me identify its origin or maker.</p><p><br /></p><p>Details:</p><p>- 18k rose gold (stamped “750”)</p><p>- Deep red heart-shaped ruby (natural, hand-cut)</p><p>- Five lavender-pink stones (believed to be natural pink tourmalines, very slightly violet under certain light)</p><p>- Milgrain and filigree craftsmanship on the crown and band</p><p>- One mysterious feature: a deeply engraved Φ (phi) symbol inside the band, beside the 750 mark</p><p><br /></p><p>What makes it particularly interesting:</p><p>- The Φ is much deeper and sharper than the 750, suggesting it might be the original mark or a personal emblem.</p><p>- The ring appears entirely handmade, not cast — the symmetry, milgrain, and crown shape seem hand-formed.</p><p>- The style reminds me of late 19th to early 20th century</p><p>- It feels like a sentimental or symbolic piece — possibly a love token, engagement ring, or something deeply personal.</p><p><br /></p><p>I would love help identifying:</p><p>- Has anyone seen this Φ used as a maker’s mark?</p><p>- Does the style match any specific region, workshop, or period you recognize?</p><p>- Any ideas on how to date or trace this piece more precisely?</p><p><br /></p><p>Thank you so much in advance — any insight is deeply appreciated.</p><p>I feel this ring holds a story… I just don’t know what it is yet.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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