A 1970s 18ct gold ruby and diamond dress ring.

<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.

<li>Diamonds fairly bright.<p>

<li> Diamonds with dark crystal inclusions visible with the unaided eye. <p>

<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>

<li>Rubies medium dark purplish red, moderate to poor saturation, with profuse inclusions that affect the passage of light through the stone.<p>

<li>Stones in fair condition with some abrasion and minor nibbles to the girdle and facet edges.<p>

<li>Stamped K18.

<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>

<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Emily Tebbutt at emilyt@fellows.co.uk<p>