A dazzling old-cut ruby of approx 0.53ct takes the spotlight at the centre of this magnificent antique ring, dancing in the light with sparkling radiance. Two outstanding old-cut diamonds frame the spectacular ruby for a total of 0.60ct of diamonds.
An ornate pattern of delicate scrolling intertwines on the shoulders, which leads into a plain band.
This ring is fully hallmarked by the Assay Office of London for 18ct gold in 1876. It is in good overall condition with light marks and wear commensurate with age.
Please find the Expert Report, (see the end image in the gallery) for more detailed information.
Size: M½ (US 6½, EU 53.1)
The Details
Era: Victorian
Current size: M½
Hallmark: London, 1876
Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold
Weight: 4.34g
Condition: Good
The Gemstones:
Ruby:
Estimated ruby weight: 0.53ct
Estimated ruby colour: Pinkish red
Estimated ruby clarity: Moderately included
Diamonds:
Estimated diamond weight: 0.60ct
Estimated diamond colour: G-H
Estimated diamond clarity: VS
Why We Love It:
A truly stunning bright pinkish red ruby
Two gorgeous mine cut diamonds
Fabulous scrollwork gallery
Independent Expert Report
measurements
Size M½ UK/Au, 6¼ Us/Ca, 53 Fr/Ru, 16¾ De
Head width: Approximately 6.41mm
Ring weight: 4.34g
measurements
declaration
antiquejewellers.com has clarified that the The Antique Victorian 1876 Ruby & Old Cut Diamond Magnificent Ring (LA447835) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1876