Victorian OEC Lover's Knot Ring diamond and the outer covers are

and the outer covers are intricately engraved with floral and ribbon-like designs

Ring size: N 1/2 (or 7 US)

partaking in some rather naughty [illegal] behaviour

lion's head

and held total authority over who had access to what

Victorian OEC Lover's Knot Ring diamond and the outer covers areUtterly charming lover's knot ring dating from the late Victorian period. It's set with a superb, bright old cut diamond with high table and chunky facets. The diamond is bezel set within what could be a single link from a curb chain, secured by two twists of gold that stem from the shoulders. London hallmarks date it to the year 1899, and warrant the gold at 18 carat. Era: Victorian, 1899 Ring size: M 1 2 or 6. 5 US. Resizeable for 35 Head size: 9.