Bohemian Garnet Bomb Ring 18ct and packed with historical context

and packed with historical context

The tradition of specimen setting was revived in the 1960’s

This particular example is forged in a classic gothic shape – though there is an elegant daintiness to the construction that creates a distinctly feminine silhouette

This pair of earrings features beautifully-paired blue enamel and pearls and have about 1" in length

Measurements: 59” length

Bohemian Garnet Bomb Ring 18ct and packed with historical contextThe 16th century marked a pivotal period in garnet history with the discovery of significant garnet deposits within the hills of the Kingdom of Bohemia, known to us today as the Czech Republic. Already acquainted with garnets, this discovery caught the eye of late renaissance Venetian jewelers who traveled to Bohemia and passed on their knowledge, bringing Bohemian garnet jewelry to new heights of construction and beauty. If these gems had hired a PR