Antique 18K Perpignan Garnet Ring, Antique French Foil Backed Garnet Catalan Daisy Ring turquoise_ring indicating the piece was assayed

indicating the piece was assayed in Paris

2" or 6 mm x 5 mmAll items in the shop are shipped with tracking and insurance within 48 hours of receiving an order

The bracelet closes with a secure box clasp

Material: 800 Silver (boar's head)Weight: 13

It has lost a little of its luster with time and wear as some of the gold fill has worn

Antique 18K Perpignan Garnet Ring, Antique French Foil Backed Garnet Catalan Daisy Ring turquoise_ring indicating the piece was assayedThis lovely daisy ring is crafted from high carat gold and foil backed garnets. Known as "Perpignan garnets" or "Catalan garnets" these are regional jewels crafted near Perpignan, in the Pyrenes foothills close to the the Spanish border. A popular style from the late 18th to early 19th centuries, these jewels were often passed down from mother to daughter. The garnets are rose cuts, which are artfully foiled and set in gold to achieve a distinctive