Large 18K Perpignan Garnet Ring, Antique French Foil Backed Garnet Catalan Ring french_watch_chain Its true identity as a

Its true identity as a separate gemstone didn't emerge until in the 19th century

Material: 800 Silver (acid test/no hallmark)

and gold loss to the bail

it was assayed in the departments outside of Paris

It can be worn long as a long sautoir or wrapped twice as a choker

Large 18K Perpignan Garnet Ring, Antique French Foil Backed Garnet Catalan Ring french_watch_chain Its true identity as aThis lovely marquise ring is crafted from high carat gold and foil backed garnets. Known as "Perpignan garnets" or "Catalan garnets" these are regional jewels crafted near Perpignan, in the Pyrenes foothills close to the the Spanish border. A popular style from the late 18th to early 19th centuries, these jewels were often passed down from mother to daughter. The garnets are rose cuts, which are artfully foiled and set in gold to achieve a distinctive