18ct Gold Victorian Ruby Pearl Half Hoop Ring c.1884Description: A sumptuous Victorian half hoop ring crafted in glowing 18ct Gold, resplendent with vivid Rubies and creamy Pearls. The gemstones are arranged in a richly domed, multi row composition: a central line of lustrous Pearls framed by two rows of sparkling, graduated Rubies. Each stone is set in a finely beaded collet, with a pierced gallery and hand finished details lending wonderful texture and depth. Hallmarked in London for 1884, this

The chain presents beautifully and has been very well preserved

The chain has minimal surface wear

Round Chrysoprase is 9

foil-backed oval Amethyst sits in a hand-made collet with neat claw tips

00ct Garnet

it’s a refined essential with enduring Victorian charm

STAMPS:  H&W Makers mark

perfectly framed by the hand-worked Silver setting typical of the Arts & Crafts movement

The multi-claw setting and pierced gallery are framed by pretty scroll-detailed shoulders that taper to a refined shank

There are some small signs of wear on the inside of the locket

MEASUREMENTS: Pendant 19mm long including jump ring

This detailed craftsmanship is characteristic of the early 19th century