An early nineteenth century ring, centering a flat-cut almandine garnet, set closed-back and foiled, encircled by a heavily carved gold surround and set with a split shank and decorative shoulders, size 4.75, 3.3 grams, circa 1800. 

During the early nineteenth century it was common for women to adorn themselves with multiple rings of every shape and style, from amatory rings to mourning rings. As such, a rich diveristy of rings from this time period can be observed including rings set with every possible gemstone, typically with stones set closed-back and foiled to enhance the properties of the material. Rings were commonly set in gold, with cut-down collet or rubover settings and often featured heavily engraved and elaborate shoulders.