Edwardian Tourmaline Compass Point Ring Size:10 The intaglio carved seal base

The intaglio carved seal base remains present on this Georgian piece

Brilliant and Pear cuts

he ushered in the longest era of peace and prosperity that Western Europe has ever enjoyed - known as the Pax Romana

Crescent: 3

Edwardian Tourmaline Compass Point Ring Size:10 The intaglio carved seal baseDATE: Edwardian, c. 1910 This cool antique French ring is set with a central tourmaline, with a diamond accent at each compass point. Dating to c. 1910, the ring is modelled in 18k gold with platinum settings. Tourmaline has a fascinating history they are thought to have been first brought to Europe in great numbers from Sri Lanka [Ceylon] by the Dutch East India Company in the 17th Century, mainly for use in jewellery. The stone became known as