HM Birmingham 1868 Three Stone Ring with Center Garnet and Diamonds

This is an antique Hallmarked Chester 1905, 18K yellow gold 5 stone diamond ring, size 7 1/4. A hallmarked ring is truly a treasure. It assures confidence. The ring is marked o...

The five stone 19th century ring design is one of the most enduring Victorian ring styles today. The Victorians designed five stone rings using every gemstone and combinations of gemstones imaginable. Our ring has 5 polished flat cut almandine garnets set into a gold border and open in the back allowing in light and air. The gold work between the stones allows the ring to be worn alongside other rings without damaging the stones. We love the scroll detail on the shoulders. The half hoop ring design and original hand drawn renderings is shown in the last image and was duplicated from the 1896 catalog of EW Streeter, with further credit to Diana Scarisbrick's book Rings: Symbols of Wealth, Power, and Affection. The ring is a US size 6 and is approximately 4 cm high. It is shown in the images alongside an almandine garnet single stone locket...

A "Keeper" ring is a snug fitting ring worn to prevent the loss of a more valuable ring by keeping the larger ring from sliding off. Such rings were also known as magic or illusion...

THEO FENNELL is a well known and treasured jewelry designer who is known for his classic jewelry lines as well as his one-off pieces. This rare find is from his earlier days, a hefty...