Details
This beautiful Georgian, cluster Turquoise ring is set in Gold Circa 1810.
The ring is set in 18ct but re-shanked in 9ct Gold.
The ring has bright Turquoise's which resembles a forget me not, with more Turquoises graduating down each of the the shoulders.
Turquoise is known to have healing properties and protects the wearer from any negative energy, bringing in good fortune, it is also the symbol if friendship and brings peace to there home too.
Turquoise is also a symbol of forget me not. Forget-me-not, O Lord! is what a poor German knight shouted as he fell into a river. He and his lady were picking flowers by the side of the river at the time, no doubt enjoying the beautiful day around them, and yet as fate would have it, the knight's armour dragged him down to the bottom as he fell in.
This little tale reportedly dates to around the 15th century, but no doubt had different permeations along the way, as romantic stories often do.
Turquoise fluctuates in colours as you can see there is a more green defined turquoise in this ring, this adds to its charm, they change colours with their journey in life.
This beautiful ring has a closed backed gallery which is typical of the Georgian era, all original.
The ring shows fabulous craftsmanship from its era.
Steeped in history from the Georgian era.
It looks fabulous when worn, a real talking piece.
It weighs 1.8 grams.
Measures R in the UK or 8¾ USA - Can be sized, we offer this service for free, it takes approximately one week.
The face of the ring measures 22mm across x 10mm down.
Stands 3mm off the finger.
Excellent condition all round.
