Cabochon garnets were prized in the mid Victorian period. There was a vogue for the Tudors, and it became known as the Holbeinesque period. The jewellery made at that time was extremely rich looking, with green and red enamel, and huge garnets cut en cabochon. This piece is from that time, circa 1870. It is in excellent condition, and has a starburst of split pearls in the centre. It is 18ct gold, and has a locket back.