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On This Day In 1913 - Edwardian (Post) 18K Gold Diamond, Opal & Almandine Garnet Ring. This exquisite ring is crafted from 18K yellow gold, hallmarked 18ct (British hallmark for 18K), a date assay for 1916 and a Chester hallmark. Featuring four natural round cut diamond, 2 natural round cut almandine garnets, one natural cabochon opal. Edwardian styling, quality workmanship, and full crisp hallmarks. This wonderful ring is set with a central opal displaying a lovely play of colour, flanked by bright, white, clear diamonds, which are housed in X shaped gold settings . The gallery also is adorned by beautiful red almandine garnets with a purplish hue. The underside exposes the precious stones, which makes for easy cleaning. The shoulders are slightly taped and the entire shank is smooth and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit. The ring has a rich feel with its combination of 18K buttery yellow gold, vibrant red garnets, colour play opal and sparkling diamonds. This Antique ring is over 100 years old and full of history, a perfect unique piece for that special someone.

Edward VII was King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and Emperor of India ... The Edwardian era, which covered Edward's reign and was named after him, coincided with the start of a new century and heralded significant ... George Frederick Ernest Albert : George V, in full George Frederick Ernest Albert, (born June 3, 1865, London, England—died January 20, 1936, Sandringham, Norfolk), king of the United Kingdom from 1910 to 1936, the second son of Prince Albert Edward, later King Edward VII.

Without doubt Almandine is the oldest Garnet known to mankind. It is also the most common Garnet. Origin of name: after the city of Alabanda near Miletos and Ephesos in Asia Minor (Turkey). Pliny the Elder mentions Alabanda as a Garnet cutting and trade center.

The ancient Greeks believed opals gave their owners the gift of prophecy and guarded them from disease. Europeans have long considered the gem a symbol of hope, purity, and truth. Opal is considered an October birthstone.

The earliest diamonds were found in India in 4th century BC, although the youngest of these deposits were formed 900 million years ago. A majority of these early stones were transported along the network of trade routes that connected India and China, commonly known as the Silk Road.

Comments: This wonderful ring would have been manufactured during the reign of George V. Antiques following Edwardians reign are sometimes still listed as being Edwardian. This ring is a lovely example from the period.

Note: Value is based on rarity, condition, age, workmanship, and the beauty of the ring. Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the antiquity value.

Measurements: 17.00 mm x 7.00 mm

Stone Size: Diamond .02 carats Garnet .60 carats Opal .28 carat

Weight: 3.10 grams

Ring Size: 7 1/4

Condition: Excellent

Origin: England, Chester

Date: Dated 1916