Victorian Garnet & Diamond Half-Hoop Ring paste gemstone Experimentation with different colouring agents

Experimentation with different colouring agents allowed the production sapphires of every colour

and the diamond-cut textured detailing is divine (and super of-its-time)

The ring dates from the 1833

set with vibrant natural opals displaying bright rainbow flashes of colour

Victorian Garnet & Diamond Half-Hoop Ring paste gemstone Experimentation with different colouring agentsA gorgeous antique scrolled half hoop ring set with two pairs of blood red garnets flanking an old cut diamond centre. The stones rest in elegant prong settings, the gallery beautifully openworked to allow light in behind them to accentuate their brilliance and colour and the shoulders featuring deeply carved scrolls. It's crafted in 18ct gold and dates from the latter half of the 19th century. Era: Victorian, circa 1880 Ring size: L or 5. 75 US.