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1893 Victorian Garnet Heart Ring $680USD now 580!

Rosy 9K gold and a glowing beautifully faceted heart shaped garnet. Original hallmarks for Birmingham, England and 1893 - 1894 The garnet has a rich deep pinky red color and measures approximately 8.4 x 7.8 mm within its open backed bezel setting. There is superficial wear to the top and underside of the gem mostly seen with magnification. The bezel also shows some expected wear, though it's still holding the garnet securely. The culet of the garnet protrudes from the back of the bezel; measuring from the culet to the table of the garnet, the rise is approximately 4.25 mm.

Band is 2.23 mm wide. Inside, the hallmarks read: "RP" is the worn maker's mark, "9" and "375" are the marks indicating the pureness of the gold, the sideways anchor is for the Birmingham assay office, and the "t" is the date mark for 1893 - 1894.

Currently a size 5.75
Garnet is the birthstone for January. This would make a lovely Valentines's Day gift! DM Me if interested!