19th Century 18K Gold Louis XVI Revival “Marie Antoinette” Portrait Ring with Rubies, Sapphires, Tourmaline & Seed Pearls

An extraordinary 19th-century 18K gold portrait ring in the Louis XVI (Louis Seize) Revival style, centered by a finely rendered polychrome miniature portrait of a lady in the manner of Marie Antoinette. The painted portrait is surrounded by a sumptuous arrangement of rubies, sapphires, and tourmaline, then dramatically crowned with three delicate seed pearls, giving the jewel an unmistakably regal presence.

The 19th century saw a renewed fascination with the elegance of 18th-century French court style, particularly the imagery associated with Marie Antoinette and Versailles. Miniature portrait jewelry became prized for its combination of fine painting, goldsmithing, and precious gemstones, transforming intimate works of art into lavish wearable jewels.

Romantic, opulent, and exceptionally distinctive, this 18K gold Louis XVI Revival ring is a remarkable example of antique portrait jewelry—uniting miniature painting, richly colored gemstones, luminous seed pearls, and regal French-inspired design in one extraordinary collector’s piece.

Brand/Maker: Unknown
Era: 1900s
Material(s): 18k Gold
Markings/Stamps: None

Measurements
- Size: 5.5
- Stones: 3.2mm 6x Rubies/4x Emeralds/ 5xSapphires
1.3mm 5x Rubies
- Profile: .25"
- Total Weight: 5.33g

Condition: Very Good
Call Outs: Minor wear commensurate with age
Sku: MGA63