{"product_id":"french-art-nouveau-18ct-gold-griffins-with-colombian-emerald-and-diamonds","title":"French Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Griffin Ring with Colombian Emerald and Diamonds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"381\"\u003eThis exquisite French antique ring is a true masterpiece from the Art Nouveau era (circa 1890-1910). Crafted in 18ct gold, it has two majestic winged griffins (or dragons) with lion-like faces, wings and scaled tails. They guard a trio of stunning gemstones—at the centre, a vivid green Colombian emerald, flanked by two sparkling old European cut diamonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eThe emerald is certified by GCS (5785-1270) as natural Colombian with minor clarity enhancement, ensuring its authenticity and rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eThe Art Nouveau period was heavily influenced by Japanese art, which became accessible after Japan signed the Treaty of Peace and Amity with the U.S. in 1854, ending over 200 years of isolation. As France, under Napoleon III, built shipyards in Japan in exchange for importing Japanese goods, a fascination with oriental motifs—such as dragons, lotus flowers, and mythical creatures—spread across European art and jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eThis ring beautifully embodies that artistic movement, blending European craftsmanship with mythical symbolism. Griffins, known as guardians of treasure, represent strength and courage, making this piece a timeless statement of power and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54965428322677,"sku":"876N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/files\/DSC_0929.jpg?v=1751921721","url":"https:\/\/parkinandgerrish.com\/ja\/products\/french-art-nouveau-18ct-gold-griffins-with-colombian-emerald-and-diamonds","provider":"Parkin and Gerrish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}