An early 20th century ruby and diamond 18ct gold ring, the c...

Hammer

£260

An early 20th century ruby and diamond 18ct gold ring, the central untested oval mixed cut ruby measuring 5.8mm x 4.5mm, with a further untested oval mixed cut ruby to each side, interspersed by four small old cut diamonds, all claw set in 18ct yellow gold to scrolling shoulders and plain polished shank, hallmarks for Birmingham 1914, ring size L, weight 3.6gms

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Please note that these stones are untested, but have been assessed as rubies. One of the outer stones is suspected to be a synthetic ruby replacement. The central stone has flat, reflective inclusions running parallel to the table facet, which may indicate that the stone is a doublet or synthetic. Due to the setting, we are unable to detect a join.

Overall condition is fair. The central and one outer stone show wear to the facet edges and some scratching. Suspected synthetic replacement is in good order, showing no chipping, wear and scratching. Most claws are secure and in tact, claws to one of the outer stones are heavy worn (right hand side on first photograph). One diamond shows a crack running from the table to the girdle. Some general scratching and chipping across all diamonds. Gallery and shoulders in good order, no thinning, splitting or repair. Shank in good order, no signs of splitting, thinning or repair.