Lot 519
An early 20th century 18ct gold ruby and diamond five-stone ring. The circular-shape rubies,...
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Lot 519
An 18ct gold ruby and diamond ring.
Lot 519
Lot Description
An early 20th century 18ct gold ruby and diamond five-stone ring. The circular-shape rubies, interspaced by old-cut diamonds, inset to the tapered band. Weight 3.3gms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Overall condition fair to good. Minor surface wear in keeping with age. Possible replacement stones, evidence of repair to the settings. Evidence of resizing. Personal inscription to the inner band possibly reads 'apr 27th 1910, E.N.B.' interrupted by resizing/repairs to the band. Rubies differ slightly in hue, pinkish-red with moderate to dark colour saturation. Fairly good clarity with typical inclusions. Gemstones in fair condition with abrasion and nibbles. Please see Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue or on our website for coloured gemstones. Diamonds fairly bright. Estimated total diamond weight 0.09ct. Individual size prevents accurate colour/clarity assessment. Scattered to large inclusions, easily visible under magnification. Diamonds in fair to poor condition with nicks and significant chips. Ring size M. Stamped 18ct.
The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin. Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such items into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.
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