Details
A beautiful antique Victorian ruby and diamond carved half-hoop ring set with five gorgeous cushion-cut rubies and ten twinkling diamonds nestled in between. The rubies graduate in size from 0.10 ā 0.35ct in the centre (approx. 1.25ct total) and have all been certified as natural with no signs of heat treatment.Ā Ā
The centre three stones have a vivid, hot-pink colouring that is characteristic of Burmese rubies which are the rarest and finest in the world. The two outer rubies have a deeper cherry-pink hue which is more common in Thailand or East Africa. This is all detailed in a gem certification that accompanies the piece. Ā Ā
Ruby is the birthstone of July and has long been associated with the heart due to its fiery pink/ red colouring which is symbolic of passion. Itās said to bring good fortune in love and provide long-lasting happiness and vitality to any relationship.Ā Ā
The stones are set in an ornate 18ct gold gallery with scrolling motifs engraved down the sides and shoulders. Itās a rare and highly sought-after antique find boasting five exceptional rubies that look stunning spread over the finger.Ā Ā
We recommend you insure for Ā£3,750. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale.Ā
WEIGHT: 4.7 gramsĀ
SIZE: L (UK), 5 ¾ (US) ā Our re-sizing service is free of charge and takes approx. 1-2 weeks. Please request your size at checkout.Ā
MEASURES: Gallery Height 5mm x Width 20mm x Depth 3.5mmĀ
METAL: 18ct Gold (Stamped)Ā
STONES: Rubies (Largest 5 x 3.6mm, approx. 0.35ct ā 1.25ct total), Diamonds (approx. 0.05ct total)Ā Ā
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1880 ā 1900)
MARKS: 18ct stamp
CONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age
ITEM NUMBER: AJ947Ā
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