Antique Ostby & Barton 10K Gold Initial "G" Signet Ring, Size 3, Child/Pinky

A charming antique signet ring crafted in solid 10-karat yellow gold by the renowned American jewelry firm Ostby & Barton. The face features an oval cartouche hand-engraved with a script initial "G", framed by stylized Art Nouveau scrolling shoulders with pierced, sculpted accents.Originally made around the turn of the 20th century as a christening or keepsake baby ring, its petite size makes it versatile today as an adult pinky ring, a knuckle/midi stacker, or suspended on a chain as an heirloom pendant.

Specifications & Details

Maker: Ostby & Barton (Providence, RI)

Era: Late Victorian / Edwardian (circa 1890s–1910s)

Metal: Solid 10K Yellow Gold (tested and verified)

Hallmarks: Stamped OB 10K on the interior shankRing

Size: US 3

Monogram / Initial: Script letter "G"

Co-founded in 1879 by Norwegian immigrant Engelhart C. Ostby and Nathan B. Barton, Ostby & Barton grew to become one of the premier ring manufacturers in the United States. Following Ostby’s tragic death aboard the RMS Titanic in April 1912, the firm continued production under his family, making early signed OB pieces historical collector’s items.