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Edwardian 18ct Gold, Green Garnet & Diamond Marquise Shaped Ring

237X
Written by Olly Gerrish

An unusual 18ct gold marquise shaped ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been claw set with three green garnets surrounded by fourteen claw set old mine cut diamonds. The shoulders are an unusual anthemion design. Green garnets or Demantoid garnets as they are known, are wonderful stones that are a lovely apple green colour. Although garnets have been known since ancient times, the demantoid variety was not discovered until 1868 in Russia’s western central Ural Mountains. Miners were immediately stunned by the highly refractive nature of the gem material. They began comparing it to diamond and referred to it as “demantoid”, from the French “demant” meaning diamond. The reason is obvious, with its high brilliance and dispersion. These bright apple green stones are comparatively rare and very expensive and were used in Edwardian jewels.

This very pretty ring would make a lovely dress or engagement ring.

Item Number
237X
Measurements
Top 1.5cm by 8mm
Diamonds approx total weight 0.75 carats
Green garnet in the centre 3mm.
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks

Marked 18ct

Condition
Very Good
Care Tips
  • Take extra care with soft or brittle gemstones
Discovered
6 months ago

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