Vict. Bohemian Garnet Ring 25.Ct 14KRg Sz 7.75 c1860s

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Take a look at this little Pretty!! This is a lovely Bohemian garnet ring, set with cabachon and rosecut stones. This measures 9/16"L x 9/16"w x 1/4"h, in a size 7.75 and weighs 4.8grs. This has a lovely round cabachon garnet in the center of a square design. It is surrounded by all round rosecut garnets, for a total of 25.0ctw. These are all in prong settings and very secure. The shank of the ring is 14K in rose gold, the garnets are set in rose gold pinchbeck. What a lovely right hand ring this will make for some lucky lady? We have been asked through the years w the Bohemian Garnets come from and the answer is only in Bohemia. These garnets obtained a unique position in the jewelry world, due to their nice firery red color and the light refraction cababilities. Moreover it is known for its curative effects. As it has come down since the time of Emperor Rudolf II., and even earlier, who was an avid admirer of Bohemian garnets. He had many unique items in his collection. Bohemian garnets were believed to help overcome sorrow, breaking the vital power, lifting the spirit and giving a feeling of joy. In the course of time, Bohemian garnets and the jewelry using Bohemian garnets have become more and more popular, not only in the country of origin, but also across the frontiers of other European countries, and of course in our own country. read more

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