Early Victorian 22k Gold Buckle Ring lighter currently in the collection of

currently in the collection of the Met Museum

unusually for the style

It's crafted in 15 karat gold and opens to reveal two locket compartments complete with original glass and fittings

appear to float in mid air

and the aforementioned love-in-idleness (don't ask me about any of the rest

Early Victorian 22k Gold Buckle Ring lighter currently in the collection ofDATE: Victorian, 1855 Charming early Victorian buckle ring in 22k gold and made in the year 1855, as indicated by Chester hallmarks to the inner band. The Victorians, and their beloved Queen herself, loved a buckle. Back then it symbolised eternity (it holds together an infinite loop), loyalty (clasping two ends together), strength (made of metal), and protection (more or less a combination of the previous two concepts). This example is slim, with