Lot 488
An early 20th century 18ct gold ruby and diamond five-stone ring. The graduated oval-shape...
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Lot 488
An early 20th century 18ct gold ruby and diamond five-stone ring. The graduated oval-shape...
Lot 488
Lot Description
An early 20th century 18ct gold ruby and diamond five-stone ring. The graduated oval-shape rubies, with old-cut diamond spacers, to the plain band. Estimated total diamond weight 0.15ct. Hallmarks indistinct. Ring size K1/2. Weight 2.5gms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Surface scratches in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>The bottom and sides of the band have worn thin.
<li>Band shows evidence of a resize.
<li>Would recommend attention to all settings as some claws deficient/worn.
<li>The rubies are a medium slightly pinkish-red hue, well saturated, with light surface scratches and moderate nibbles to the facet edges.
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.
<li>The diamonds are bright. One has a dark central inclusion visible without magnification.
<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for coloured gemstones.
<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>
<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Natalie Craddock at natalie@fellows.co.uk.<p>
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