Herbarium No.
PF 145.6
Scientific Name
Physalis
Common Name
Lantern plant
Type
Ring
Place
Made in Belgium
Date
Approximately 1890-1900
Marked
Unknown maker
Material
750/1000 gold 18 ct, Rose and old European briljant cut diamonds
Size
8,8 x 15,4 mm
Total Weight
2,3 grams
Condition
Good
Price
Sold
This antique 18 crt gold ring depicts a Physalis, commonly known as a Japanese lantern or Chinese lantern plant, identifiable by the bright orange to red papery covering over its fruit, which resembles a lantern. Once this cover is dried, the fruit is seen. The fruit of the edible variety is called Goldenberry.