Ostby & Barton Gold Ring with Intaglio Profile of Soldier in Tiger's Eye (circa 1930s)
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Ostby & Barton was an American maker of jewelry established in 1879 out of Providence, Rhode Island. Eventually known as the "largest ring manufacturer in the world," co-founder Engelhart Cornelius Ostby died on the Titanic, leaving his children to assume his role in the business. It shut down operations around 1950.
This large and handsome ring is made of 10 karat yellow gold and features a cushion shaped tiger's eye intaglio with the image of an ancient soldier (with horse hair crested helmet) in profile. Most likely made in the 1930s, the tapered shank is carved and milgrained in Art Deco fashion. Inside the band, it bears the stamp "OB10K," the mark of Ostby & Barton.
The Details
- Metal
- 10K Yellow Gold
- Main Stone(s)
- 1 Square Shaped Tiger's Eye (intaglio, approx. 16.12 x 13.93 x 2.84)
- Ring Size
- 9.5
The Scale
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