Vintage French 18K Perpignan Garnet Regional Jewelry Ring torpedo_earrings 5 in or 136 cm

5 in or 136 cm

There is some light oxidation to the bottom of one sleeper as well as light denting to the back if the earrings which us not visible when worn

1830Size (without bail): approx

Period: Art Nouveau

It does take some practice getting open

Vintage French 18K Perpignan Garnet Regional Jewelry Ring torpedo_earrings 5 in or 136 cmThis lovely daisy ring is crafted from high carat gold and 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 set in gold to achieve a distinctive purple hue which reflects