Spiced - Estate Sterling Silver Garnet Filigree Ring (ER299)

Spiced -  Estate Sterling Silver Garnet Filigree Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925 for sterling.  Featuring a genuine natural faceted round-cut garnet, and exquisite design and detailing.  The expertly claw - set garnet has the most beautiful  red wine colour, which is surrounded by delicate filigree work and detail on the surmount and shoulders. Leading down to a polished smooth band, which allows for a comfortable fit, and easy sizing. The Edwardian Revival Estate ring looks stunning when worn, truly a piece to be treasured and worn for many years to come. 

History: The history of garnet dates back to the Bronze Age, more than 5000 years ago. Its name, which has been used since these ancient times, was derived from the Latin word granatium, which means pomegranate (because the small, red crystals were thought to resemble pomegranate seeds).

The story of silver mining began about 5,000 years ago. Silver was first mined around 3,000 BCE in Anatolia, now located in modern-day Turkey. The precious metal helped early civilizations in the Near East, Ancient Greece to flourish.

The term "sterling silver" probably originated in eastern Germany when five towns formed the Hanseatic League in the 1100s. These town minted their own coins of 92.5 percent silver. When Britain sold cattle and grain to the League, they were paid in "Easterling coins".

The name was ultimately abbreviated to "Sterling," which is now used to refer to the highest grade of silver metal. The official designation of "sterling" to a piece of silver indicates that it contains at least 92.5% of pure silver. The remaining 7.5% can be comprised of any other metal alloy, most commonly copper.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 15.00 mm x 10.00 mm 

Stone Size: Garnet 1.60 carats 

Weight: 2.70 grams 

Ring Size: 7

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: 21st Century