Vintage, 1980s garnet three-stone carved half-hoop ring purple

Vintage, 1980s garnet three-stone carved half-hoop ring purpleProvenance Original to 1989, this vintage garnet three stone ring has been expertly crafted in a style that echoes the grandeur of the Victorian era. Set with three pleasingly large natural garnets, each displaying a richly saturated, blood red hue. While many garnets tend toward darker, brownish or purplish undertones, these stones are exceptionally vibrant and alive with light, their colour intensifying as it dances within. Together, they have an

Hallmarks: marked '10% IRID PLAT' indicating 90% platinum and 10% iridium

Height of setting:

The 18 carat white gold setting is equally as wonderful and features French hallmarks

Further marked with indistinct makers marks

The design of this ring is simply stunning and unique

The pearl and diamonds are wonderfully complemented by the soft 18 carat white gold

the gallery is formed by scrolling motifs and stylised acanthus leafs

this ring is set with cushion-cut stones that offer a wonderful twist on the traditional look

The sapphire at the centre of this ring displays a deeply saturated and rich blue

simple touch for this sophisticated and elegant ring

Garnet size: Length 10

and deeply flatter gold