A Touch Of Spring - Estate Sterling Silver Peridot Filigree Ring (ER318)

A Touch Of Spring - Estate Sterling Silver Peridot Filigree Ring.  This gorgeous ring is crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925 for sterling. The ring features 3 natural round cut faceted peridot gemstones, 6 smaller round cut faceted peridot gemstones, Edwardian revival styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is expertly set with vibrant pale green peridot gemstones, which is surrounded by a sea of filigree. The shoulders feature pierce-work and engraving, which leads down to a smooth and polished shank. This estate ring would make a wonderful addition to any jewelry collection.

History: These ancient Egyptian gemstones came from deposits on a small volcanic island in the Red Sea called Topazios, now known as St. John's Island or Zabargad. Ancient Egyptians called peridot the “gem of the sun,” believing it protected its wearer from terrors of the night.

In ancient Egypt, Cleopatra loved peridot for its beauty. She also believed it could keep dark, evil spirits away. Egyptian priests believed that it harnessed the power of nature, so they used goblets encrusted with peridot to commune with their nature gods.

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.

By about the 12th century in England, silver coins were called "Easterlings," a word later abbreviated to "sterling." In 1300, King Edward I made the definition official by declaring that sterling silver had to be 92.5 percent pure silver and should be marked by "guardians of the craft."

Measurements: 23.00 mm x 15.00 mm

Stone Size: Peridot 1.56 carats

Weight: 2.7 grams

Ring Size: 7

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America

Date: 21st Century