Description

Antique late Georgian 9ct gold alamandine garnet & moonstone memorial ring, (c1820). Claw set oval cut alamandine garnets surround a central round cut claw set moonstone. Hand chasing to the shoulders is still visible. Behind the gallery of the ring is a locket area where the hair of a loved one would have been kept. A fine example. Comes complete with a gift box. 

Significant Events, 1815-1825:

1815 Battle of Waterloo.

1820 George III dies.

1821 Napoleon dies.

Date

c1820

Weight

1.51 grams

Size

UK: N

U.S.A: 6 3/4

Condition.

Excellent condition with light surface marks that are consistent with genuine age, use & polishing.