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Early Australian 15ct Vintique Wedding Band, 15ct Old Gold, size Z or 12.5

Early Australian 15ct Vintique Wedding Band, 15ct Old Gold, size Z or 12.5

$995.00 AUD
$995.00 AUD
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15ct gold, Australian made, a gorgeous chunky half round shape, and a big size - this piece is a serious winner. 

Our absolute favourite pieces to find are the 15ct pieces that are still in excellent condition. 12ct and 15ct were standard measures of gold (alongside 9 & 18) up until 1932 when the UK and Australia standardised to 9ct and 18ct only. So finding fabulously hallmarked "15ct" bands bring us a lot of joy - especially when the size of this ring offers so many possibilities. Make it your man's wedding ring, or have it sized down slightly to fit those who have struggled to find one in their size. 

Although it is worn, the hallmark suggests it could be Johnson and Simonsen of Melbourne, it is certainly the closest we can find in our Australian hallmark books - and if it is it would confirm it as an antique as they were only in business between 1895 and 1914. Even if it is not theirs, it is certain that this piece is Australian, and was made pre-1932; such a glorious old yellow gold band with so much history. 

Particulars:

Size Z or 12.5 (sizeable down - as there is no 15ct to size it up) 

Weight 5.36g

Width 3.3 x 2.05mm half rounded band

Hallmarks "15CT" and then what could be the maker's mark of

Johnson and Simonsen

Condition - light surface scratches

Please be aware that this item is pre-loved and therefore is NOT new. Please see the pictures and description to ensure you are happy with it before you buy. Stones may have tiny marks, chips or flea bites, metal will have marks of wear like surface scratches; but any bigger flaws will be clearly highlighted above. Also note - none of the other items or props in the photo come with the item and all measurements are approximate.

All items are available on lay-by please get in touch to discuss options.

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FAQ

Sizing

What do we mean when we say a ring is "sizeable"? Well, most standard rings can be made bigger or smaller by up to three letter sizes. If we say the item is "moderately sizeable", this usually means about 1 size, and if we say it is "not sizeable" or that "sizing is not recommended" it will be due to the construction - it could be age related, pattern related, have enamel etc.

We can happily help with sizing of rings, so please do get it touch if we can give you a quote.

Lay-by

As well as Afterpay and Paypal Pay-in-4 which are available at checkout, we also do traditional lay-by.

So, if you love this piece but can't afford it right now - please get in touch.  

To secure your item, we require a 20% non-refundable deposit. Items will not be removed from the website until this is paid.

Following this, you will need to make further monthly payments of 20% until the full balance is complete, a time frame of 5 months in total. 

Invoices will be issued at the start of each month and we ask they are paid before the start of the following month.

We issue all invoices through the website, and it accepts all cards, Shop Pal, Paypal and Afterpay as payment.

Valuations

Some of our items come with valuations we either got with the piece, or that we have had done by an independent gemologist. We do not get valuations done on all pieces as we like to keep things as affordable as possible. However, we use a number of instruments to help us determine stones and list these details in the description of each piece.

Shipping

We ship for free to the following countries: Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada and the UK.

Australian shipping is express post and fully insured.

International items under $500 are shipped standard airmail and items over $500 express airmail.

All items are sent trackable, fully insured and requiring a signature on delivery.

Any items leaving Australia will have a signed customs declaration stating what is in the box.

Any duties, taxes or import fees for international items are not the responsibility of Vintage Jewellery Hoarders.