This extraordinary piece of Australian Colonial history
was created by renowned gold rush jeweller William Lamborn,
Melbourne-based & 
who was amongst the finest of jewellers at that time.
 
Unrivalled in value, 
finds such as these truly deserve a museum display…
 
Despite being 170 years old 
–  dating back to Victorian period, year of 1855 – 
the ring is in remarkably good condition.
 
This Australiana piece is an Antique Signet Ring, 
meticulously crafted in 18K Yellow Gold, 
it features a rhombus shaped panel (14.5mm x 11.5mm), 
engraved with lettering ‘Forget Me Not’ & intricate foliate design, 
flanked by split shoulders, chased & embossed in foliate motif
 
Inside of the shank is bearing Australia hallmarks: 
W.L. for William Lamborn - maker's mark
letter date - 1855 
 
Rounded shank is solid & figure-hugging,
it measures 4 – 3.5mm 

Total item’s weight: 6.1gr. 
Ring’s size: O ½ (re-sizable)
 
It comes in a vintage box, 
accompanied by valuation certificate