Georgian Emerald Paste Single-Stone Ring Size:6.75 The term navette (often used

The term navette (often used interchangeably with Marquise) means "little ship" in French

and rose to prominence thought the 18th and 19th centuries

a few highlights being: a working compass

It's in two parts that can be combined into one so it can be worn either as a necklace or as two bracelets

British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun triggering a fresh wave of Egyptomania that influenced the Art Deco movement

Georgian Emerald Paste Single-Stone Ring Size:6.75 The term navette (often usedDATE: Georgian, c. 1820 A superb Georgian single stone ring dating from the early 19th century, circa 1820. It's set with a vivid green emerald paste gemstone surrounded by an ornately hand engraved cushion shaped border. The shoulders are decorated with further engraved detailing, delicate foliate scrolls, and it's crafted in 15 karat gold throughout. The closed back setting acts as a mirror allowing light to be reflected back through the stone