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The Old Cut

FRENCH EARLY 19TH CENTURY FRENCH DOUBLE HEART RING

£960.00
£960.00
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A fabulous early 19th century, French ‘Duchesse Anne’ ring with a crowned double heart.

The ring is made in silver, with two adjoined hearts - one silver and one gold.

The hearts are crowned with three bohemian rose cut garnets, with a further four garnets at the shoulders.

The band is reeded, and has a clear makers mark D.P,  and a snail French hallmark which confirms silver.

Rings of this design were named à la Duchesse Anne, after a similar design was reportedly worn by Anne of Brittany for her marriage in 1490.
This type of ring is originally from Brittany in France and was popular from 1809-1819

Size approx: UK: P, US: 7 3/4

Examples of this type of ring can be found in the book ‘Traditional French Jewellery’ by Michael C.W Fieggen. He writes;

‘The Duchess Anne ring, almost always in silver, has two hearts shouldered by four garnets, and crowned by three other garnets. Depending on the ring, a single heart can be gilded or even both of them. According to Lionel Bonnemère, this ring is of Breton origin and was ‘a little worn in Normandy but only as far as Avranches’

In excellent condition

CONDITION REPORT

All products are carefully inspected before listing. 

Please read the product description carefully, and view all photos, as these form part of the description and condition report. 


Many pieces are over 100 years old, so may have signs of natural wear in places, this will be noted in the description and photos.
Every piece is guaranteed as genuine and as described.


Please note; antique boxes, props, and additional items pictured are not included as part of the sale, unless otherwise stated. 


If you would like more information or photos on a piece, please contact us at: 
hello@theoldcut.co.uk
 

SIZE GUIDE

Rings:

Please see below THE OLD CUT Size Conversion for UK & US Ring Sizing 
Please be aware that this is a guide to help you make your purchase.

UK SIZE

US SIZE

 

UK SIZE

US SIZE

C

1 ½

O

7 ¼

D

2

P

7 ¾

E

2 ½

Q

8

F

3

R

8 ½

G

3 ½

S

9

H

4

T

9 ¾

I

4 ½

U

10 ¼

J

4 ¾

V

10 ¾

K

5 ¼

W

11 ¼

L

5 ¾

X

11 ¾

M

6 ¼

Y

12 ¼

N

6 ¾

Z

12 ¾

Bracelets & Bangles:

How your bracelet fits is a personal preference.
To check your preferred size, wrap a tape measure loosely around your wrist to the tightness you would like your bracelet to fit.
From the end of the tape measure to the point where it crosses the tape is your desired bracelet length.
Please compare this to the measurements specified on each of our bracelet product pages.
Note, some bracelets are adjustable – this will be mentioned in the description.
Note, if a bangle does not have an opening, you must select one that will pass over your fist.
 
 

Necklaces

All The Old Cut chains and necklaces have the total length detailed in the description.
The measurement will be in cm and inches.
We recommend you place a tape around your neck to see where the chain will sit.
Below is a basic guide to show some popular lengths – note, everyone’s neck is different, so this is just a basic guide.
JEWELLERY CARE

Antique Jewellery should be taken care of during wear.

Cleaning and repairs should be carried out by an antique jewellery specialist.

We recommend removing pieces of jewellery before washing hands or showering, as water can damage the antique settings.

Some pieces are not recommended for everyday wear

The Old Cut guarantees the piece up until the new customer receives the item.

Any stones that are lost or damaged during wear are not covered by The Old Cut. These will be charged for replacement, we can of course help find a suitable jeweller to support repairs. 
 
if you would like any care info on a specific piece, please contact us at:
hello@theoldcut.co.uk