This beautiful hand-cut paste diamond and emerald cluster ring is brimming with gorgeous antique detail and character, she dates to the Georgian era (1714 - 1830). The lovely antique foiled stones are old-cut and silver set giving them a spectacular otherworldly appearance. They are enclosed at the back in yellow gold with gold split scroll-work shoulders leading to an half-engraved gold band. White metal reflects light better so that is why you often see antique gemstones set in silver.
A true Georgian beauty, antique hand-cut paste gemstones like these are an absolute joy, cut the same way as their earth-mined cousins they dazzled by candlelight. Today, they ooze old world charm by the bucket load!
DETAILS:
METAL: 9ct rose gold
GEMSTONE: paste (glass); 10 slightly square round white pastes approx. 1.25mm diameter, cushion cut green paste approx. 4x4mm
MEASUREMENTS: face measures 9.75mm diameter
RING SIZE: O (UK), 7.25 (US) sizing available for an additional fee
WEIGHT: 1.4 grams
HALLMARKS: none, acid tests and verified 9ct gold
DATE: Georgian, circa 1800
CONDITION: overall in very good antique condition with some signs of wear and age as expected in an 200+ year old ring. The paste stones are securely set and show light surface scuffing under magnification. Note this is a very delicate ring with a thin band so you should wear her with the care and consideration due to a very old lady!
At Mercy Madge we offer quality antique and vintage jewellery sourced in Great Britain. All of our pieces are professionally cleaned and polished so they are ready to wear and enjoy or give as a gift.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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* Returns - you can return your item for a refund for any reason. Just get in touch within 3 days of receiving your order and return it within 7 days.
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* All gemstones have been tested and verified using a Presidium Gemstone Tester. All measurements and carat weights given are approximations.
* Our photographs have been taken in extreme close up to show you every tiny detail. This often means that any flaws or damage which you can see on the photos will be invisible when viewed normally with the eye. This can also mean that the item can appear larger on the screen than it is in person, so please be sure to read our written description to double check all sizes and dimensions.
* Buying a gift? – your item will arrive gift wrapped in a custom Mercy Madge jewellery box. Please note, unless otherwise stated antique boxes in our photos are for display only and are not included in the purchase.
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Materials: 9ct Gold, Paste.