-Victorian 1870 Antique Navette Ring In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds And Garnets

Victorian classic navette ring with diamonds.

Gorgeous antique ring, created in England during the Victorian period, back in the 1870. This beautiful ring has been designed with classic patterns with a navette almond shape. It was crafted in rich rose gold of 14 karats and embellished with twenty-two rose cut diamonds. 

Garnets: Mount on top in flush settings, with 3 graduated round faceted cut of green garnets, with an estimate weight of 0.40 carats. Two are tiny chipped, unnoticeable considering is a ring of 155 years, only visible with a 10x loupe.

Diamonds: Mounted around the center gemstones in flush settings, with 22 old European rose cut natural diamonds, with a combined weight of 0.55 carats.

Weight: 2.30 Grams, (1.47 Dwt).

Size: 3.75 and may be easily sized up on request.

Measurements: 22 mm by 7 mm (0.71 x 0.71 Inches) and raise 4 mm over the finger.

Hallmarks: No marks, the ring was electronically tested for 14 karats gold.

Victorian Jewelry

This era was one of the most influenced and influential periods of antique jewelry. This period is defined by the British monarch, in this case, Alexandrina Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, as well as the Empress of India, years 1837-1901. There are 3 sub-periods within this era. First, the early, Romantic period, which is soaked in traditions, natural motifs in gold and silver, clear stones only being worn during the day and colored gems by night. The second being the Grand or mourning period, which coincides with the death of Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert the consort, who died in December of 1861. This period included large, dark, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of black onyx, jet wood, amethyst, garnet and gold. This lasted until 1880's, when the aesthetic period of jewelry began. The Late or third stage of the Victorian period, use more complex and feminine motifs, returning to the natural, including many floral and celestial designs, with more decadent gemstones, lasting until the turn of the century. The Victorian era of jewelry includes many movements found in other countries, including revivals such as the Etruscan the Roman and the Egyptian as well as the Art Nouveau, Liberty style and Arts and Crafts design movements which lead into the beginning of the twentieth century.

Navette Rings

The origin of the word navette is French and dates to the middle of 1800 and it translates to “little ship”. The title is accurate as this favored style does indeed mimic the form of a small water vessel. These rings are always longer than they are wide with pointed ends and curved sides.

Collateral: This ring is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this ring is very good. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The gemstones are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: R010124XEEM/.0431