Georgian Emerald Paste & Diamond Ring

An unusual gold and silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
GeorgianJewellery made in the Georgian era (1714-1830). ring with a rectangular green pasteGlass made to resemble gem materials, which may be moulded, faceted, carved, etc.  in the centre. Emeralds were scarce and very expensive in the early 1800s so paste was often used and this ring is a good example.