Georgian Garnet & Diamond Ring

A wonderful example of this style of ring from the Georgian period, late 18th Century. The ring tests as being made from between 12 and 15ct gold with silver settings. It has a beautiful deep red garnet at the centre with faceted edges. This sits in a closed fluted back and is likely foiled. The shoulders have square silver settings that hold high table, old cut diamonds, reminding me of a peruzzi cut diamond in style. All stones look to be original and this ring is a stunning example, one of the nicest I’ve had.

Details:

Materials - 12-15ct Gold (tested), Silver, Garnet, Diamonds

Age - C1780s

Size - The garnet measures approx 8.2mm by 7.7mm in its setting. The ring spreads around 20.5mm across the finger.

Ring Size - UK M 1/4 US 6 1/2 This ring could be resized a little.

Condition - Very good. A little surface scratch in the centre of the garnet, please see the pictures. Diamonds have tiny chips here and there, but overall very good for their age and wonderful cuts. Evidence of a previous re-sizing at back of shank. All details noted for accuracy only and not detrimental to the ring, particularly considering its age and the fact that it appears all original.

Weight - 2.04g