Victorian Oval Garnet Cluster Ring unisex An early Victorian shell cameo

An early Victorian shell cameo ring depicting a

Marie-Adélaïde left her husband and went to live with her father in Normandy

but there's no dedication inside the band to confirm

Light wear consistent with age (it's clearly been worn alongside a wedding band)

Victorian Oval Garnet Cluster Ring unisex An early Victorian shell cameoAn attractive antique cluster ring date from the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Seed pearls in individual, compartmentalised settings, form a halo around a vivid blood red garnet cut into a highly domed oval cabochon. Tiny openworked flourishes swirling scrolls adorn the shoulders, and the fluted band harks back to the jewellery of 100 years earlier. Made in England; crafted in 18 carat gold throughout. Era: Victorian, circa 1900 Stones: Garnet