1970s Sapphire Carved Half-Hoop paste gemstone variety almandine-pyropeHallmarks: English

variety almandine-pyropeHallmarks: English

Warm yellow to deep blue

and mother of various deities including Hypnos (Sleep)

Also known as the left wedjat eye or udjat eye

1970s Sapphire Carved Half-Hoop paste gemstone variety almandine-pyropeHallmarks: EnglishA stunning, large scale, Victorian Revival carved half hoop ring set with sapphires and diamonds. These rings were 'invented' in the 19th century, featuring an elaborated gallery (to either side of the head) carved with scrolls and foliate embellishment. They've been made and engraved by hand in Hatton Garden for well over 150 years, this one dating from 1970s, the technique passed down generations of jewellers mostly unchanged. It's crafted in 18ct