Description:
This rare jewelled ring from the early 19th century is set with three octagonal-cut emeralds. Each emerald is surrounded by old mine-cut diamonds which are mounted in silver and 18k gold. The emeralds are foiled and close-backed in a gold backings in keeping with the period. The tapering gold shoulders are decorated with raised floral design. From the Georgian era, the ring has added historical and antique value.
English, circa 1825
Size 9. The top emerald and diamond portion measures 3/4 x 3/8 in (w x l) (1.9 x 1 cm.)
Georgian Jewelry (1714-1837)
Spanning the reigns of King George I to George IV of England, Georgian jewelry was almost always entirely hand-made and mostly owned by royalty, the nobility and wealthy merchant classes. The era saw new advances on gem-cutting which accentuated brilliance and dispersion, while gemstones were still mounted on closed backs and foiled to enhance radiance and color. After diamonds, emeralds were popular, particularly on finger rings. This ring combines both gems in a beautiful design further enhanced by fine goldwork of the period.
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