Victorian Garnet Ring in 9 Carat Gold; Circa 1898

A mesmerising ring of very unusual design. This victorian ring would be wonderful addition to any jewellery lover's collection, especially someone who loves the unusual and rare.

Set across the top of this ring we have a single carbuncle garnet. Beautifully shaped into  curving cabochon, it follows the profile of the gold band below. Polished to create a rich red glow the stone has been set into a claw closed back mount. This setting means the light flows into the stone flashing vibrant crimson to the viewer. The term carbuncle historically comes from the Latin carbuncles, which means small coal referring to the fiery glow the stone emits.

Created in 1898 this very unusual ring has been set into 9 carat yellow gold. The warmth of the gold complementing the rich red of the garnet.

DETAILS

ERA: 1898 Victorian England

MEASUREMENTS: Finger size O (UK/AU) 7 (US)

WEIGHT: 2.2 grams approximately

Garnet: 17 x 4mm aproxx. The stone is a lovely organic profile and shape so this is just a guide to its scale

HALLMARKING: AJS (makers mark) 9 & 375 (fineness of 9 carat gold) Three Towers (Chester Assay Office) P (Date letter 1898)

CONDITION: the ring is in lovely antique condition which fine patina to the gold and garnet as expected. There is a couple of historical darker solder points as well as possibly a resin used to set the garnet. 

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