Garnet and Gold Ring

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A beautifully deep red garnet cabochon is set in a thick and sturdy gold ring setting. This is one of those rings that has such terrific presence - you’ll want to wear it every day! The garnet cabochon is of the pyrope variety; pyrope is a name that comes from Greek: “fire” and “eye.” Garnet is a family of gems that come in a rainbow of hues, however it is most famous for the red varieties. This gem is very eye clean with a rich, wine-red color. The garnet is flush set within a golden frame with sloping shoulders and a band with a slightly half-round shape.

More details:

Central garnet cabochon measures 12.0mm tall and 10.1mm wide; bezel framing garnet measures 1.2mm all around. Setting rises 3.7mm off the finger. At back of ring, narrowest part of ring shank measures 2.1mm.

Ring size 5 / UK size K. If needed, this ring may be sized either up or down a few sizes by your jeweler.

Excellent condition

9k (stamped) with hallmarks for Birmingham, England, 1965.

5.8 grams

This ring will be shipped in a luxe, custom-made velvet and grosgrain ribbon ring box. Shown in last image are a sample of the variety of colors and shapes; one will be selected for you.