{"product_id":"the-monte-cristo-ring-vintage-solid-14k-yellow-and-white-gold-natural-onyx-mourning-signet-filigree-ring","title":"The Monte Cristo Ring - Vintage Solid 14K Yellow and White Gold, Natural Onyx Mourning Signet Filigree Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome rings seem destined for adventure. The Monte Cristo Ring feels as though it could have been discovered in an old château library, tucked inside a velvet-lined box among handwritten letters, maps of forgotten coastlines, and the secrets of another lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Crafted in solid 14K yellow and white gold, the ring is crowned with a polished black onyx cabochon, smooth and endlessly dark, like the midnight sea stretching beyond the cliffs of Marseille. Its glossy surface draws the eye inward, reflecting only the faintest glimmer of light, while the intricate openwork shoulders and contrasting white gold accents lend the piece an air of quiet sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed for Alexandre Dumas' immortal novel, The Count of Monte Cristo, this ring evokes lavish drawing rooms illuminated by crystal chandeliers, whispered conversations behind gilded doors, and fortunes won, lost, and reclaimed. One can almost imagine it resting on the hand of a mysterious traveler returning from distant shores, carrying stories too extraordinary to tell all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack onyx has long been admired for its striking beauty and quiet strength. Throughout history it has been worn as a stone of resilience, wisdom, and protection—a gem that feels as timeless as the stories it inspires. Set against warm yellow gold and cool white gold, the contrast is dramatic yet refined, giving the ring an unmistakably vintage elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike every true heirloom, The Monte Cristo Ring bears the gentle marks of the life it has already lived. The onyx displays slight chipping, a small reminder that this piece has journeyed through decades before finding its next home. We believe these subtle imperfections are not flaws but chapters in its story—evidence of a ring that has been worn, cherished, and carefully preserved rather than forgotten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage jewelry carries something modern pieces never can: memory. Every softened edge hints at celebrations attended, hands held, journeys taken, and quiet moments that have long since become history. Now, this ring waits patiently for its next adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Solid 14K Yellow and White Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStamped \"14K”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural Onyx\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Weight: 2.82 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoxes and other display pieces are for photographic purposes only. They are not included with purchase. This piece is vintage and has been previously worn. Light surface wear, patina, or age-related irregularities are normal and part of the character and history of antique jewelry. All items are described and photographed as accurately as possible, but colors and scale may appear differently on screens. Please review photographs and measurements carefully before purchasing. Please review our return policy. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poet Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48712499101796,"sku":"undefined","price":385.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/5965\/7572\/files\/il_fullxfull.8222254014_hjyx.jpg?v=1783430163","url":"https:\/\/poetjewellery.com\/products\/the-monte-cristo-ring-vintage-solid-14k-yellow-and-white-gold-natural-onyx-mourning-signet-filigree-ring","provider":"Poet Fine Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}