Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Buckle Ring, 1982

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A distinctive vintage british gentleman’s buckle ring by a & a j, crafted in 9-carat yellow gold and fully hallmarked … Read more A distinctive vintage british gentleman’s buckle ring by a & a j, crafted in 9-carat yellow gold and fully hallmarked in london for 1982. Handmade and sculpturally modelled, the ring takes inspiration from the traditional belt-and-buckle motif, a design with a long history in british jewellery. The band is fashioned to resemble a miniature belt wrapped around the finger, complete with a carefully formed buckle that creates a strong three-dimensional focal point. The polished yellow gold gives the design warmth and richness while allowing the modelling of the buckle to remain the principal decorative feature. Buckle jewellery enjoyed popularity across several periods of british design and has traditionally carried associations with loyalty, strength and enduring attachment. This later 20th-century interpretation retains the recognisable historic motif while presenting it with a clean and highly wearable vintage aesthetic. With no gemstones incorporated into the design, attention remains entirely on the sculptural goldwork, proportions and distinctive buckle form. The ring is handmade, fully hallmarked and sizeable, making it both a collectible british jewel and a practical piece for contemporary wear. Maker / mark: a & a j origin: london, england date: 1982 period: late 20th century / vintage material: 9-carat yellow gold style: buckle ring ring size: uk t½ hallmarked: yes handmade: yes hallmarked ; london 1982 maker's mark ; a & a j net weight of the gold content ; 2.6 grams dimensions; width 7 mm the shank graduates down to 4 mm at the base . Uk size " t and a half " usa size " 10 " See less