Thursday 12 April 2018 | 11:00 | Lots: 275

Thursday 12 April 2018 | 11:00 | Lots: 275

Lot 468

Lot 468

A late Georgian 15ct gold garnet and split pearl memorial ring.

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Lot 468

Lot Description

A late Georgian 15ct gold garnet and split pearl memorial ring. The oval garnet cabochon, with split pearl surround and shoulders, the half-band with 'in memory of' script. Ring size Q1/2. Weight 5.2gms.

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<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.

<li>Band shows evidence of repair/ resize, solder lines and pitting marks visible, slightly out of shape.

<li>Outer band with inscription 'in memory of' possibly a later addition to the ring.

<li>Personal engraving to reverse of ring head reads 'Charlotte Sarah Raikes died 31 Mar 1823 aged 23'.

<li>Garnet is a medium deep purplish-pink, well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.<p>

<li>Garnet is in fair condition with some abrasion and minor nibbles to the surface.<p>

<li>Split pearls are fairly well matched, creamy white colour, with rose and greenish overtones, in fairly good condition with minor abrasions..

<li>Length of ring head 1.3cms.

<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<p>

<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>

<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk<p>

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