Antique 18th Century Italian Ruby & Spinel "Fiocco" Bow Ring - Size 8.5 necklace He exhibited extensively at the

He exhibited extensively at the Royal Academy

with acanthus leaves on the shoulders and a gold cross on white enamel on the central panel

Can also be used for earrings

The style originated in Italy and spread throughout Europe in the mid 18th Century

is a size 5

Antique 18th Century Italian Ruby & Spinel "Fiocco" Bow Ring - Size 8.5 necklace He exhibited extensively at theA rare c. 1750 Sicilian "Fiocco" ring, meaning "bow". Gorgeous table cut rubies and spinel have been rub over set into foiled and closed back settings. The large central stone flanked by 3 stones on each side to create the bow shape. The Baroque era originated in Italy, its influence quickly spread across Europe and it became the first visual style to have a significant worldwide impact. Bows became a popular element of fashion during this era. This