Quite unfortunate. However, I would like to point out this is exactly how I find some of my eBay scores. Reversely, of course.. "I don't know what it says.." when I can make out the better part of a gold Hallmark etc..
On a more relevant note, think I found your ring or one like it on ebay. Item # 252808369623 .. doesn't appear to have much value as that was $11 OBO plus shipping that it sold for and was NWT, or new with tags.