A fine early Victorian garnet and pearl ring, crafted in solid 9ct gold and hallmarked in Birmingham for 1859, placing it firmly within the mid-Victorian period. The ring features a traditional graduated arrangement of deep wine-red garnets, interspersed with natural seed pearls, all set in richly modelled gold with scalloped collet settings.
The shoulders are beautifully embossed with hand-engraved foliate decoration, a characteristic detail of early Victorian craftsmanship, adding texture and refinement to the design. The garnets display a dark, glowing richness typical of stones from this period, while the pearls provide a soft, elegant contrast.
The gold band is well proportioned and remains in very good condition for its age, with clear hallmarks visible to the interior. A highly wearable and historically interesting example of early Victorian jewellery, equally suited to a collector or as a distinctive antique ring for everyday wear.
Details
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Era: Early Victorian
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Date: 1859
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Metal: Solid 9ct gold
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Hallmarks: Birmingham, 1859
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Stones: Garnets and natural seed pearls
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Ring size: UK R / US 9
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Condition: Very good antique condition










