An extraordinary antique Georgian statement ring that shows considerable age and would have likely have been worn on the index finger as was fashionable at the time.
An incredible amount of workmanship has gone into the elaborate silver and red gold setting that showcases a large unpolished cabochon cut lapis stone. The decoration carries on around the shoulders with a carved silver shank and band although the decoration to the back of the band has mostly worn away. The renaissance design of the ring is almost heraldic giving the ring a stately appearance that is very attractive and suitable for either sex.
MATERIALS: sterling silver, red gold
GEMSTONE: Lapis Lazuli 20x11mm
RING SIZE: O/UK, 7/US, 54 EU
MEASUREMENTS: Face measures 24x17mm, the ring sits 8mm high
WEIGHT: 5 grams
HALLMARKS: None, as is typical for the era
DATE: circa 1830, Georgian/Victorian
CONDITION: Good antique condition with some loss of crispness to the detailing in the metal work. The ring shows a long life with plenty of wear but there is nothing detrimental to report, the wear simply adds to the antique charm of this ring which has been treasured. The lapis has surface pitting and hairlines but they look natural as opposed to any real damage. All the prongs holding the stone are present and correct and the stone is secure in the setting.
An incredible amount of workmanship has gone into the elaborate silver and red gold setting that showcases a large unpolished cabochon cut lapis stone. The decoration carries on around the shoulders with a carved silver shank and band although the decoration to the back of the band has mostly worn away. The renaissance design of the ring is almost heraldic giving the ring a stately appearance that is very attractive and suitable for either sex.
MATERIALS: sterling silver, red gold
GEMSTONE: Lapis Lazuli 20x11mm
RING SIZE: O/UK, 7/US, 54 EU
MEASUREMENTS: Face measures 24x17mm, the ring sits 8mm high
WEIGHT: 5 grams
HALLMARKS: None, as is typical for the era
DATE: circa 1830, Georgian/Victorian
CONDITION: Good antique condition with some loss of crispness to the detailing in the metal work. The ring shows a long life with plenty of wear but there is nothing detrimental to report, the wear simply adds to the antique charm of this ring which has been treasured. The lapis has surface pitting and hairlines but they look natural as opposed to any real damage. All the prongs holding the stone are present and correct and the stone is secure in the setting.