WW1 Trench Art Fouled Anchor Signet Ring three stone ring A striking 1960s diamond bombé

A striking 1960s diamond bombé ring in 18k gold

although we wouldn't recommend prolonged exposure to water

and exceptionally well made

with DM maker's mark

It's crafted in 18 karat white gold with platinum settings

WW1 Trench Art Fouled Anchor Signet Ring three stone ring A striking 1960s diamond bombéDATE: WW1, c. 1915 *RESERVED* A fine example WW1 "trench art", items made my soldiers on the front lines using whatever materials they had to hand. This ring is constructed in aluminium, likely from an artillery shell's nose cone, and set with a naval brass "fouled anchor" button. The shoulders feature stylised pansy motifs, and the button has been applied to a square head. Foul is a nautical term meaning to entangle or entwine, so anchor is said to