Lot 208
A late Victorian 18ct gold ruby and diamond dress ring. The twin circular-shape rubies, with...
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Lot 208
A late Victorian 18ct gold ruby and diamond dress ring. The twin circular-shape rubies, with...
Lot 208
Lot Description
A late Victorian 18ct gold ruby and diamond dress ring. The twin circular-shape rubies, with graduated old-cut diamond scrolling spacer and openwork shoulders. Estimated total diamond weight 0.15ct. Hallmarks for Birmingham, 1898. Ring size S. Weight 3.4gms.
360: Yes
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Diamond fairly well matched.
<li>Diamonds fairly bright.<p>
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Rubies medium slightly purplish-red, fairly well saturated, with good clarity.<p>
<li>Stones in fair condition with some abrasion and minor nibbles to the girdle and facet edges.<p>
<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<p>
<li>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 item into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.<p>
<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>
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