"English Garden"
Vintage 9K, Peridot, Selenite & Seed Pearl Cocktail Ring
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Cocktail rings became popular during the Prohibition Era, in the 1920s. Worn as a luxurious rebellion, women would deck themselves out, showing off large sparkling gems while they sipped their drinks at the speakeasy and parties where Prohibition was ignored. The showy gems ebbed in popularity during World War II, but came back with a bang around the middle of the 20th century, when cocktail parties took off once again, and the "Statement Ring", or "Cocktail Ring" has been going strong ever since!
This fully hallmarked English cocktail ring is crafted in 9 karat yellow gold with cool green peridot 'petals' accented with seed pearls and a small selenite cabochon at the center. Selenite is a translucent, pearly white form of the mineral gypsum. A wonderful piece for those who love to flash a little bling while enjoying a favorite beverage!
English Garden cocktail recipe:
- 3 cucumber ribbons for garnish
- 3 slices cucumber
- 4 mint leaves approx
- 1 ½ fl oz gin I suggest Hendricks or other similar aromatic gin)
- ¾ oz elderflower liqueur see notes
- 2 oz apple cider cloudy apple juice in UK
- 2 teaspoon lime juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
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Take the cucumber ribbons and press against the side of a tall glass (high ball) so they swirl around the glass. Add a few pieces of ice to the glass.
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Place the cucumber slices and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker with a few cubes of ice.
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Add the gin, elderflower liqueur, apple cider/juice and lime juice to the shaker, cover and shake to chill.
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Strain the drink into the prepared glass and serve. Cheers!
Details (approximate)
Size (can be resized): 8.5-9
Weight: 5.18 grams
Materials: Gold, Peridot, Selenite, Seed Pearl
Metal: 9K yellow gold
Marks: HB?, 375, London Leopard, A (1975)
Condition: Excellent Vintage condition commensurate with age and wear
