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Find Out MoreThis rather eccentric late GeorgianJewellery made in the Georgian era (1714-1830). ring was made in 1815. It is 9ct37.5% pure gold (or 375 parts pure gold and 625 parts other metals) gold and has been set with a foiled back facetedA faceted stone has small, flat-cut surfaces that make a sparkling effect on transparent stones. Facets act as both mirrors and windows. Reflecting light and channelling light into a stone where it refracts and re-emerges. garnetDescribes a group of several closely related minerals. Garnets come in a variety of colours, however the most common colour is dark red. In descriptions, ‘garnet’ tends to refer to dark red stones unless otherwise specified.. Around it are naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments. split pearls. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. is typical of the Georgian period with a reeded and entwined motif. Engraved on the reverse is Phil Tubb ob (died) 24th may 1815 At (aged) 18.
I love the tipped design, perhaps it meant that he had sadly fallen off his perch!
Unmarked, tested to 9ct gold
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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