Victorian 'Gott Schütze Dich' Enamel Ring In Silver; Circa 1880 pansy charm A rare and moving survival

A rare and moving survival

and carried the dual role of practical seal and intimate memorial jewel

family or loved ones

intricately engraved with a heraldic shield framed in ornate scrollwork

The warm 9 carat gold setting is simple yet elegant

Victorian 'Gott Schütze Dich' Enamel Ring In Silver; Circa 1880 pansy charm A rare and moving survivalA finely crafted late Victorian silver band, decorated in deep black enamel and inscribed in with Gott Schtze Dich German for God protect you. The blessing flows continuously around the band, framed by crisp borders that highlight the strong contrast between polished silver and enamel. Subtle age patina enhances its antique charm, and the craftsmanship is typical of the continental sentimental jewellery popular in the late 19th century. In the German