Lot 22
A late Victorian 18ct gold and platinum, ruby and diamond cluster ring. The cushion-shape ruby,...
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Lot 22
A late Victorian 18ct gold and platinum, ruby and diamond cluster ring.
Lot 22
Lot Description
A late Victorian 18ct gold and platinum, ruby and diamond cluster ring. The cushion-shape ruby, with old-cut diamond surround. Estimated dimensions of ruby 5 by 4.4 by 4mms. Estimated total diamond weight 1.75cts, principal diamonds estimated H-I colour, SI1-P1 clarity. Ring size L. Weight 5.5gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Stones appear to be replacements, with repair work to the head.
<li>Four smaller old-cut diamonds at each corner of the ruby.
<li>Diamonds well matched.
<li>Diamonds bright.<p>
<li>Individual size and setting of non-principal diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Diamonds with small to moderate light and dark inclusions and some small chips. Some inclusions appear to be surface reaching.
<li>Ruby is a deep, medium purplish red hue, well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.<p>
<li>Ruby in good condition with minor abrasions.<p>
<li>Length of ring head 1.5cms.
<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<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 Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk<p>
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