DATE: Georgian, c.1780

A gorgeous French giardinetti (or flower basket) ring, dating from the Georgian period, circa 1780. The forget-me-not flower and leaves are set with tiny rose cut diamonds over a blue enamel background, and framed within a halo of rose cuts. The band is slim and is crafted in 14k gold throughout. 

Antique jewellery often includes floral motifs, as part of their "Language of Flowers". It had a major impact upon Victorian society, however, it first originated during the Georgian period. Many flowers represented a romantic or emotional sentiment, and in this case forget-me-not for true love. 

STONES 

Rose Cut Diamonds 

MEASUREMENTS 

Head: 1.7 x 1.5cm

Width of band: 1.7mm

Rise off finger: 4.2mm

WEIGHT 

3.7g

MARKS 

No marks present, tests as 14k gold 

CONDITION 

Very good