Confusion sets in
“Engraving?” I murmur, my throat dry and scratchy. I have never observed an engraving before. I swallow hard and explore the inside of the band with newfound attention. My eyes strain to detect the faint, delicate marks. Could I really have missed this information all these years? The jeweler’s remarks ring in my mind as I try to figure out what they represent.
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Confusion Sets In
A closer look
She nods, returns the ring to me, and points emphatically inside the band. I take it and turn it to catch the light. An engraving is visible, albeit faintly. “It’s there,” she says gently. My hands tremble slightly as I bring the ring closer to my eyes. How come I had never seen this before? What could it possible mean?
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A Closer Look