Mans Art Deco signed Ostby & Barton 10K gold hematite intaglio cameo ring

Mans Art Deco signed OSTBY & BARTON 10K gold hematite intaglio cameo ring, size 10. Handsome classic hand carved intaglio of a Roman or Greek warrior. The mounting has a dramatic setting with fine bead work down the shoulders. Measures 3/4" x 1/2" and the band tapers to 3/16" at the back of the shank. Weighs 5.5 grams. The hematite stone itself measures 1/2" x 7/16". Hallmarked "10K OB" on the inside of the ring shank. In exceptional NEAR MINT condition, looks as if it was seldom if ever worn. Circa 1920's to 1930's.

*Ostby & Barton Company- Providence, Rhode Island. Established in 1879, one of the earlier East Coast jewelers with an interesting history. Ostby was an immigrant goldsmith from Norway who perished on the ill fated Titanic. He had a daughter, Helen, who survived. Ostby & Barton has enjoyed a renewed collectible popularity due to both the historical significance, and the high quality and craftsmanship of their goods. Ostby & Barton was a highly prolific manufacturer primarily of mans and women's gold rings. *Copyright Sunday and Sunday 2012. Text not to be reproduced or copied.

Item ID: 1877

Gender: Male, Age Group: Adult, Color: gold/black, Size: 10

$395 USD

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