Lovely Vintage 9ct Rose Gold Almandine Garnet ‘Belcher’ Ring
A Little Vintage Romance!
Rich, romantic and wonderfully elegant! This gorgeous 1950s ring showcases a beautiful oval-cut Almandine garnet, glowing with deep wine-red and luscious burgundy tones. Nestled in warm 9ct yellow gold, its timeless design is effortlessly flattering on the finger. A charming vintage treasure with plenty of character and old-world appeal!
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A wonderfully striking vintage beauty dating to the 1950s, this gorgeous Almandine garnet ring is a fabulous example of the ever-popular Belcher style, with its beautifully sculpted gold setting, distinctive ribbed shoulders and irresistibly rich gemstone!
Taking centre stage is a magnificent oval-cut natural Almandine garnet, measuring an impressive 9.0mm x 6.3mm or 1.80 carats estimated in setting. Displaying the most sumptuous combination of deep wine-red, luscious burgundy and velvety plum tones, the gemstone reveals beautiful flashes of vibrant crimson and raspberry red as it catches the light. The contrast against the warm, buttery yellow gold is simply gorgeous, creating a ring that is wonderfully eye-catching on the finger!
The garnet is securely nestled within a distinctive ten-claw Belcher-style setting, beautifully complemented by the broad, sculptural shoulders, each featuring a series of elegant ribbed details that sweep gracefully towards the centre stone. These lovely architectural elements give the ring its unmistakable mid-century character, whilst the shoulders taper into a slimmer, beautifully proportioned shank towards the back.
The open-backed setting allows light to enter through the underside of the gemstone, bringing out the wonderful richness and depth of the garnet's natural colour. Despite its striking presence, the ring maintains a lovely low profile, rising just 4.0mm from the finger, making it particularly comfortable and practical for regular wear.
Discreetly tucked beneath one shoulder are the markings '9' and '375', for 9ct gold, alongside what appears to be the remnants of a maker's mark, of which only the letter 'E' remains discernible. The ring appears to have undergone a well executed resizing at some point during its life, which may account for the absence of further original hallmarks.
Elegant and full of vintage charm, this gorgeous garnet ring is a lovely addition to any collection — a piece that wears its age with grace and glows with timeless allure!
| Stones | 1x oval-cut Almandine Garnet 9.0mm x 6.3mm / 1.70ct measured in setting |
| Dimensions |
Shoulder to shoulder / 1.72cm Rise / 4.0mm |
| Weight | 2.81 grams |
| Marks | ‘9’ for 9ct gold ‘375’ for 9ct gold |
| Finger Size | S ½ or 19.4mm diameter or US 9½. Could be resized down 4 sizes, up 1-2 with any competent jeweller. |
Condition
The Almandine garnet presents in lovely condition given the ring’s age, displaying only a few extremely minor, minuscule surface marks to the table facet, visible under certain lighting conditions and with 10× loupe magnification. Otherwise, the gemstone is free from chips or abrasions.The garnet remains securely held within its ten-claw setting, whilst the gold mount retains its lovely sculptural details and beautifully defined ribbed shoulders. There is evidence of a previous resize to the shank only, noted by the faintest colour difference when viewed under 10x loupe magnification, noted for accuracy only.
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