French Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Griffin Ring with Colombian Emerald and Diamonds feed-gender-unisex This is a glorious little

This is a glorious little brooch - somewhere between a jewelled sweet and a sparkling butterfly

it’s a piece full of period character and subtle symbolism

At its centre sits a vibrant round-cut sapphire

The garnet

possibly when it was reshanked to preserve and extend its wearability

French Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Griffin Ring with Colombian Emerald and Diamonds feed-gender-unisex This is a glorious littleThis exquisite French antique ring is a true masterpiece from the Art Nouveau era (circa 1890 1910). Crafted in 18ct gold, it has two majestic winged griffins (or dragons) with lion like faces, wings and scaled tails. They guard a trio of stunning gemstonesat the centre, a vivid green Colombian emerald, flanked by two sparkling old European cut diamonds. The emerald is certified by GCS (5785 1270) as natural Colombian with minor clarity enhancement,