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it was an exceedingly rare curiosity for the doting collector of the time

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resulting in an overwhelming demand for elaborate jewelry from those who moved in these circles

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the Queen went into mourning and not only donned black attire and mourning jewelry

Outstanding 18k and Platinum Diamond Bypass Ring April 4th it was an exceedingly rareThe bypass ring became popular during the Victorian era. This style was given as an engagement ring, symbolizing two souls coming together as one. Traditionally, the popularity of two different colored stones during that era added to the symbolization of union and togetherness. Also called a crossover ring, a bypass ring is one where the band coils around the finger and the ends do not meet to form a closed circle. The ends of the coiled band then