Large 18K Perpignan Garnet Ring, Antique French Foil Backed Garnet Catalan Ring french_watch_chain 5" or 4 cm length

5" or 4 cm length

A fantastic piece for the astute collector

it has three functional failsafe design items to ensure the bracelet won't fall off when worn

Material: 800 silver (boar's head hallmark)Weight: 19

this lovely ring was crafted in the late 1800s and assayed in Paris

Large 18K Perpignan Garnet Ring, Antique French Foil Backed Garnet Catalan Ring french_watch_chain 5" or 4 cm lengthThis lovely marquise ring is crafted from high carat gold and foil backed garnets. Known as "Perpignan garnets" or "Catalan garnets" these are regional jewels crafted near Perpignan, in the Pyrenes foothills close to the the Spanish border. A popular style from the late 18th to early 19th centuries, these jewels were often passed down from mother to daughter. The garnets are rose cuts, which are artfully foiled and set in gold to achieve a distinctive