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Buckle up - Vintage Retro Gold Plated Adjustable Woven Mesh Belt Buckle Ring. This cool ring is crafted from gold plate over metal, hallmarked Germany. The ring features a retro vintage design. The unique ring is made in the form of a belt, with a buckle. The ring is adjustable so t can be worn on your finger size. The ring is flexible and comprised of a pretty mesh weave and a solid buckle. It is gold in color with minimal wear to the gold plate. This vintage retro era ring would make a fun addition to any jewelry collection.

History: The technology behind gold plated jewelry is credited to Italian chemist Luigi Brugnatelli. In 1805, he discovered the process for electroplating. It was quickly adopted for jewelry styles, with many Victorian jewelry pieces using gold plating.

This stylistically classic design has been a popular choice for centuries, dating back as far as the early 1800's. Popularity of this significant piece of jewelry surged when Queen Victorian began wearing her own buckle ring. Apparently, Victoria wore the ring to represent her membership in the Order of the Garter.

Retro: Recent Nostalgia From The 1960s-90s. The world's first usage was in 1972 and encompasses colorful new technology and fashion up until the 1990s. Any item at least 15 years old can count as retro. However, you can also call something retro if it's new but still evokes vibrant styles like Mod or Maximalism.

Measurements: Ring 26.00 mm x 8.00 mm

Weight: 2.60 grams

Ring Size: 4 1/2 - 7 - 9 1/2

Condition: Good Note: Minimal wear to gold plate

Origin: Germany

Date: Circa 1960