QuestionI have a diamond ring that was my mothers. It has a marking inside the band-14K IGE. Can you tell me the meaning?
AnswerBob, as stated in instructions just above the box where you type your question, I do not research maker's marks but certainly will try my best to help with metal quality markings.
What this means is I believe the IGE to be the initials or mark used to identify the manufacturer of the ring. This leaves the 14k. The markings are completely consistent with USA regulations in marking jewelry and with that said, it says the ring is made of 14 karat gold.
To explain something about how jewelry is marked in the USA, your ring is marked as would be suited to regulations in the Gold and Silver Marking Act. While the metal quality does not have to be stamped by law, a manufacturer would be rather foolish to try and sell jewelry without metal quality indicated for the consumer. If the metal quality mark is there, as in your ring, then by law the maker must put its mark on the jewelry near the other mark. The maker's mark is like a signature, a statement of who is responsible for the accuracy of the metal quality indicated.
Bob, this should answer your question. If you have more to ask on this item or need clarification, feel free to use the follow-up option.
God Bless and Peace. Thomas.
