Antique Georgian Giardinetti Ring, ca 1800
Our Notes
The word giardinetti translates from Italian to "little gardens," a poetic name given to the enchanting floral-inspired jewelry that captured the hearts of 18th-century Europe. During the Georgian era, these delicate, motif-driven pieces were given as tokens of affection and sentimentality. They were crafted to resemble vibrant bouquets or stylized vases bursting with precious blossoms. When we opened our New York City showroom, we named it The Giardinetti in honor of this exact silhouette, celebrating its whimsical beauty, master craftsmanship, and timeless charm.
This magnificent ring centers on a lush, multi-gem flower pot set with a colorful arrangement of stones that mimic a garden in full bloom. The bouquet is set in silver, topped with warm gold, and finished with a beautifully engraved 18k gold band. A tiny central European mark stamped alongside the numbers "857" on the silver hints at its journey through historic Continental trade paths, adding an extra layer of mystery to its story. Romantic, artistic, and deeply personal, this piece is a wearable masterpiece from an era that truly celebrated the art of nature.
Europe, ca 1800
Measurements, Materials & Care
Care
As our jewelry is worn, patinas will evolve, further personalizing them to each collector. Due to the nature of foiled jewelry, care should be taken in order to keep Larkspur & Hawk jewelry from becoming harmed. A few tips:
- Remove jewelry when applying lotions, soaps and perfume
- Remove jewelry before immersing hands in cleaning solvents or liquids
- Please note that oxidation may eventually wear off of rings, then return naturally
Shipping & Returns
Larkspur & Hawk offers shoppers to receive and live with their new pieces. If for any reason you are less than thrilled with a purchase, it may be returned for a full refund, unless marked as final sale. To qualify, merchandise must be postmarked within 14 days of the customer’s receipt and be in the items’ original and unused condition. All returns must include the original receipt. Larkspur & Hawk is not responsible for items lost during shipping.
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