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Dating to the Georgian to very early Victorian eras this wonderful ring is the epitome of antique elegance.
 
Crafted from 15ct rose gold and centred with a large Imperial Topaz - approximately 2.30ct - which is a stunning peachy / orange in hue, known as an ‘Imperial Topaz’ due to its exceptional and unusual colour.

        “The term “Imperial Topaz“ is believed to have originated in 19th century Russia, where the Ural Mountains were topaz’s leading source. The rare pink gemstones discovered there were named to honour the Russian Czar, and ownership of these stones was restricted to the royal family.
Gemologists generally use the term Imperial Topaz for pinkish gold to golden yellow-orange hues, the most valuable forms”.

The Topaz is set in typical cut-down setting , foil backed, fashion of the era, and surrounded by a halo of seventeen (17) natural half Pearls also in cut-down settings.
Closed backed to the verso with delicately open worked shoulders and a strong half round shank.

Strongly dichroic (two-colours visible when viewed from different angles), the Topaz display a mesmerising range of hues, pink, peach and a golden glow which needs to be seen to be appreciated!

Manufactured in an era where jewellery was made to shimmer and glow by candlelight this strikingly beautiful ring is a delight to wear, and deserves to be seen, worn and treasured once again.

(Foil backed antique jewellery must never be exposed to or immersed in liquids).

STONES
Topaz - Peachy/Orange 
1 @ approx 9mm x 6.3mm or estimated in setting 2.30ct

Pearl
17 x Natural half Pearls

MEASUREMENTS
1.6cm Spread east to west
1.3cm North to south
Rise - 6mm 

WEIGHT
4.64 Grams

MARKS
None
Tested as 15ct gold

SIZE
M or 16.7mm diameter US 6 1/4
Could be resized by a competent jeweller, up approx 2 to 3, down 2 to 3

CONDITION
Very good to excellent antique Georgian condition.  Topaz is beautiful, no chips or abrasions.  Foil back is in very good condition, no obvious deterioration, Topaz shimmers and sparkles beautifully.  Pearls are all original, no re-glues, creamy white.  Very slight grey tinge to two for three Pearls, noting for accuracy only. No thinning to shank. No repairs or alterations.