Victorian Garnet and Pearl Ring of 15k Gold carnival charm with the diamond securely set

with the diamond securely set and its antique character beautifully preserved

It is unmarked but acid tests as platinum topped 18k yellow gold

there is chipping to a four of the enamel circles (visible only under magnification)

the pin catch on the back is a later replacement

while the middle coil is white gold

Victorian Garnet and Pearl Ring of 15k Gold carnival charm with the diamond securely setA beautiful Victorian ring hallmarked in Chester England in 1888. The ring is centered with a richly colored rectangular step cut garnet framed by a halo of split pearls, and accented by finely engraved floral shoulders of 15k gold. The interior of the band bears the makers mark for Walter George Matthews, adding desirable historical provenance and further underscoring the craftsmanship of the piece. The face of the ring measures 0. 35 inches by 0. 45