Gold and garnet herringbone harem ring “Séraphine”

Description

Stunning 19th century ring in 18 carat gold composed of 3 herringbone rings joined by a gold ring as well. Each band is set with 0.1 carat brilliant-cut garnets: the first ring is set with 5 garnets, the second with three garnets and the third and last with one garnet. A stunning ring with an elegant design that elongates the finger.
FR 52,5/ UK M/ US 6
Weight: 4.04g
Eagle Hallmarks
This unique piece had a previous life in France.

The story: Traditionally, rings with multiple bands attached with a bar and set with gemstones are called Harem or Turkish rings. Their origin is said to date back to the Ottoman Empire, where the sultans would offer this jewel to their favorite. Many legends exist around this style, including one that a jealous Turkish king gave this intricate ring to his wife so that she wouldn’t have time to put all the groups back on if caught during adultery. The harem-style ring was made popular again during the nineteenth century with the Orientalist movement in Europe.