Mid 19th Century French Gimmel Wedding Ring

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In the Autumn of 1855, S. Pereyvidal and J. Bouffard got married. This 18k gold two-part ring marked the occasion. Like a couple, the two halves are meant to unite to form a stronger whole.The way the date is written is interesting: In early French manuscripts, "9bre" is an abbreviation for the month of "Novembre" or "November"

MATERIALS: 18k gold

AGE: dated 9 Bre 1855 (November 9, 1855)

CONDITION: Very good - surface wear commensurate with age and use

SIZE: 6.5, cannot be resized; 1.3mm shank