Garnets Collection

Mud clod with pieces of broken gold, silver and foils
3520570 Mud clod with pieces of broken gold, silver and foils; (add.info.: Mud clod with pieces of broken gold, silver and foils. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Mud clod with pieces of broken gold, silver and foils
3520569 Mud clod with pieces of broken gold, silver and foils; (add.info.: Mud clod with pieces of broken gold, silver and foils. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Loan Collection, South-Kensington: Mother-of-pearl cup; Cellini Ewer; vase, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Loan Collection, South-Kensington, 1862. 'Cup, in form of a partridge; the body formed of overlapping pieces of mother-of-pearl in imitation of feathers...Circa 1600. Baron L. de Rothschild

The Loan Collection, South-Kensington: Missal of Claude, Queen of Francis I., 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Loan Collection, South-Kensington, 1862. 'A magnificent missal, painted on vellum, with illuminated capitals, and whole leaves painted with illustrations from Scripture history

Ixworth Cross (garnet & gold)
1216339 Ixworth Cross (garnet & gold) by Anglo-Saxon; length: 4.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: The pendant was found at Ixworth, Suffolk in 1856)

Buckle with Animal-Shaped Thorn and Belt Plate, 400s (bronze with traces of gilding
499976 Buckle with Animal-Shaped Thorn and Belt Plate, 400s (bronze with traces of gilding and garnets) by Sarmatian; h:4.30 w:4.50 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; In memory of William M

Chain with Two Pendants and a Cross, 500s (gold with granulation and a garnet)
491300 Chain with Two Pendants and a Cross, 500s (gold with granulation and a garnet) by Byzantine School, (6th century); h:45.75 Part 1 - h:2.60 w:2.60 Part 2 - h:2.80 w:1.95 Part 3 - h:1.95 w

Anglo-Saxon Relics, Personal Ornaments of Gold and Bronze. Enamelled ring of King Ethelwulf, enamelled brooch set with garnets, engraved pins, enamelled bronze cross with gold mount, gold cross

Buckle, Hunnish, 300s (bronze, traces of gilding, and garnets)
491143 Buckle, Hunnish, 300s (bronze, traces of gilding, and garnets) by European School; h:5.80 w:4.40 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Purchase from the J. H

Earring, 400s (gold with garnets)
499876 Earring, 400s (gold with garnets) by Ostrogothic (5th century); 3.5x3.4x1.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Dr. and Mrs. John R. McKay; European, out of copyright

Monogram of Christ (Chrismon), 500s (gold sheet, gold wire & garnets)
499631 Monogram of Christ (Chrismon), 500s (gold sheet, gold wire & garnets) by Byzantine School; 14.8x12.1x0.7 wt:94 grams cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Cross (Holderness Cross) (calcium carbonate, garnet & gold)
1216480 Cross (Holderness Cross) (calcium carbonate, garnet & gold) by Anglo-Saxon, (7th century); 4.5x4.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Four pendants, 17th - 19th century (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones)
3434824 Four pendants, 17th - 19th century (gold, enamel, pearls & precious stones) by European School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Top left: A CONTINENTAL GOLD, ENAMEL)

Reverse of the Ixworth Cross (garnet & gold)
1216340 Reverse of the Ixworth Cross (garnet & gold) by Anglo-Saxon; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Reverse of 1216339)

Buckle, 500s (bronze and garnets)
491144 Buckle, 500s (bronze and garnets) by Ostrogothic (6th century); h:12.10 w:5.90 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund; out of copyright

Disc brooch, 400-1066 (glass, gold, ivory)
1216257 Disc brooch, 400-1066 (glass, gold, ivory) by Anglo-Saxon; diameter: 7.4 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Relics of Saxon Times (engraving)
973039 Relics of Saxon Times (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Relics of Saxon Times)

S-Shaped Brooch, Frankish, 6th century. Creator: Unknown
S-Shaped Brooch, Frankish, 6th century

Quatrefoil Brooch, Frankish, second half 6th century. Creator: Unknown
Quatrefoil Brooch, Frankish, second half 6th century

Bow Brooch, Frankish, first half 6th century. Creator: Unknown
Bow Brooch, Frankish, first half 6th century

Disk Brooch, Frankish, 7th century. Creator: Unknown
Disk Brooch, Frankish, 7th century

Productions of the Solfaterra, 1776
Productions of the Solfaterra, Plate LIII, from Campi Phlegraei: Observations on the Volcanoes of the Two Sicilies, by Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), published 1776 (hand coloured engraving)

Buckle 400s Hunnish Migration Period Bronze traces
Buckle, 400s. Hunnish, Migration Period. Bronze, traces of gilding, and garnets; overall: 5.8 x 4.4 cm (2 5/16 x 1 3/4 in.)

Earrings pair 400s Ostrogothic Migration period
Earrings (pair), 400s. Ostrogothic, Migration period, 5th century. Gold with garnets; overall: 3.5 x 3.4 x 1.2 cm (1 3/8 x 1 5/16 x 1/2 in.)

Earring 400s Ostrogothic Migration period 5th century
Earring, 400s. Ostrogothic, Migration period, 5th century. Gold with garnets; overall: 3.5 x 3.6 x 1.1 cm (1 3/8 x 1 7/16 x 7/16 in.)

Monogram Christ Chrismon 500s Byzantium Syria
Monogram of Christ (Chrismon), 500s. Byzantium, Syria, early Byzantine period, 6th century. Gold sheet, gold wire, and garnets; overall: 14.8 x 12.1 x 0.7 cm (5 13/16 x 4 3/4 x 1/4 in.)

Hemispherical Cup; Unknown; Eastern Parthian Empire; 1st century B.C.; Gilt silver and garnets; Object: H: 5.7 x Diam.: 10.2 cm (2 1/4 x 4 in.)

Lion Rhyton; Unknown; Eastern Parthian Empire; 1st century B.C.; Gilt silver, stone, and garnets; Object (mounted): H: 30.5 x L: 18.5 x Diam. (rim): 35.5 cm (12 x 7 5/16 x 14 in.)

Net Pattern Bowl; Unknown; Parthian Empire; 1st century B.C.; Gilt silver and garnets; Object: Diam.: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.)

Watch Movement, SEM
Part of a mechanical watch movement, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The image shows some of the jewels used as bearings in a wristwatch

Purple garnet sand (semi-precious mineral) on the wild deserted coast south of Walvis Bay on the Atlantic coast of
ROG-12912 Purple garnet sand (semi-precious mineral) on the wild deserted coast south of Walvis Bay on the Atlantic coast of Namibia

Garnet gemstones. Garnet is a relatively common group of minerals, which can be cut and polished for use in jewellery. Gemstones are solid crystalline substances (minerals)

Precious gemstones of ruby (red) and garnet (pink). Gemstones are solid crystalline substances (minerals), formed by natural processes, which are prized by collectors and used in jewellery

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"Garnets: A Timeless Symbol of Elegance and Power" they have long been cherished for their exquisite beauty and rich symbolism. From ancient times to the present day, these deep red gemstones have adorned some of the most remarkable artifacts and personal ornaments, leaving a lasting impression on history. One such artifact is the Ixworth Cross, an awe-inspiring piece featuring garnet and gold. Its intricate design showcases the craftsmanship of its time, capturing the essence of opulence and spirituality in one stunning creation. Another remarkable find is a buckle from the 400s, crafted from bronze with traces of gilding. What makes it truly extraordinary are the animal-shaped thorns and belt plate embellished with garnets. This unique combination speaks volumes about both artistic expression and functionality. Intriguingly, a small Hellenistic-style temple called Naiskos depicts Dionysus inebriated alongside a satyr. The temple itself is adorned with delicate garnets that add an air of mystique to this ancient masterpiece. Moving forward through time, we encounter a chain from the 500s made of gold with granulation details delicately intertwined with garnets. This captivating piece exemplifies how they were used not only for their aesthetic appeal but also as symbols imbued with meaning. Anglo-Saxon relics reveal personal ornaments like buckles dating back to the 300s - bronze pieces boasting traces of gilding along with precious garnet accents. These relics provide us glimpses into past civilizations' fashion choices while highlighting their appreciation for elegance. The allure continues as we discover a stunning earring from the 400s made entirely out of gold accentuated by vibrant garnets. Such jewelry was undoubtedly worn by individuals who sought to make bold statements about their status and taste during those times. Religious significance intertwines beautifully within monograms like Christ's Chrismon from around 500s.