An Antique Demantoid Garnet (Andradit) And Diamond Cluster Ring

This rare ring was handcrafted in Russia between 1899 and 1908.

56 zolotnik gold (14K), an oval demantoid garnet (approximately 2.2 ct), 17 old cushion cut diamonds (approximately 0.75 ct total weight)

height 14 mm (9/16 in.)

US ring size 8 (inner diameter 19 mm)

Russian 2 carat demantoids are very rare.

A very clean translucent grass green Uralian demantoid garnet with light “horse tail” inclusions.

Marked with 56 zolotnik old Russian gold standard (14K – 583), 1899-1908 assay stamp, and jeweler’s initials ‘ ОГ ‘.