Georgian Diamond & Ruby Giardinetti Ring star sapphire and engraved ALBIE on one

and engraved ALBIE on one side

setting up a gorgeous contrast with the rich yellow gold shoulders and band

The stone is foil-backed

The fragment in question clearly depicts part of a flower

Georgian Diamond & Ruby Giardinetti Ring star sapphire and engraved ALBIE on oneDATE: Georgian, c. 1800 Stunning and scarce Georgian giardinetti (or flower basket) ring dating from the early 19th century, circa 1800. The "basket" is set with a gorgeous pinky red ruby, and the flowers are beautifully rendered in silver and set with rose cut diamonds. The 15k gold band meets the head with elegant split shoulders, and it's survived the past ~220 years in great shape. STONES Natural Ruby & Rose Cut Diamonds MEASUREMENTS Head: 1. 5 x