A lovely 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been set with a 35 point diamond and a natural pearl with diamond set shoulders on either side. It would make pretty dress ring.}

A beautiful 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1900. It has been set with a good mid to deep Royal blue sapphire with three old mine cut diamonds on either side. It is a pretty shape and would make an ideal engagement ring.}

An impressive Art Deco ring. It is 18ct white gold with a platinum top. The style is typical of the Art Deco period with geometric lines and millgrain work on either side of the stones. This takes the form of small beads on the edge of the platinum, achieved by using a knurling tool. The square cut sapphire is a beautiful mid to deep Royal blue colour and is surrounded by good well matched white diamonds with two diamonds set in to each shoulder. It sits low on the finger so it would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct white gold ring with a platinum top that was made circa 1910. It has a slightly raised centre set with a larger diamond with smaller diamonds in petal shaped settings around it. This style is known as a daisy cluster and is ideal as an engagement ring.}

A lovely cluster ring that was made in the early 1900s. It has been set with an oval mid to deep blue sapphire with twelve small rose diamonds around it. The sapphire has a gold setting edge around it that contrasts with the platinum setting for the diamonds. It is a well made ring and sits low on the finger so is practical to wear on an every day basis. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A neat cluster ring set with seven diamonds, the centre one being slightly larger, and two diamonds in each shoulder. It is 18ct gold with a platinum top and was made circa 1910. It would be a really pretty engagement ring.}

An unusual three stone diamond ring. The central diamond is a baguette cut diamond with a round brilliant cut diamond on either side. They are all good white stones. It was made circa 1920-1930 and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

This is a lovely 18ct white gold cluster ring with a platinum top. It has a central rectangular emerald and eight bright white and well matched diamonds around it. It was made circa 1920-1930. It would make a really pretty engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold and platinum diamond cluster ring with a twist design on either side. It has been set with small bright white diamonds with a star shaped centre. It was made circa 1910. It would make a lovely engagement ring for the star in your life.}

A classic 18ct gold three stone ring with a platinum top set with a good natural mid blue sapphire and two well matched white diamonds. It is in very good condition and was made circa 1920-1930. It would make a perfect engagement ring.}

A really lovely Edwardian 18ct gold ring with a platinum top. It is in the form of an oval cluster with a central mid to deep blue sapphire surrounded by well matched white diamonds. It was made circa 1900-1914 and would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold and platinum crossover style ring claw set with a mid blue colour sapphire and a bright white diamond. It was made circa 1900-1910 when the Art Nouveau influence was still reflected in jewellery styles. It would be a wonderful engagement ring.}

A good example of an Art Deco ring that was made in Austria circa 1920. It is 14ct white gold and has a good bright white diamond in the centre with small rose diamonds on either side. The design is pierced with millgrain work which takes the form of small beads on the white gold achieved by using a knurling tool. This adds extra detail. It sits low on the finger so is a practical ring to wear as an engagement ring.}

A very unusual 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It would have been a gift of love or it may have been a specially commissioned wedding ring. The diamond means "Eternal love " What an amazing ring to give to a very special person. This ring cannot be sized.}

A pretty 18ct white gold ring set with a good clear bright white half carat diamond. There is added detail to the shoulders with a millgrain design, achieved by the use of a knurling tool. This sets off the centre diamond in a true Art Deco way. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A beautiful platinum cluster ring set with seven diamonds that are at least twenty five points each. They are well matched and very bright white stones. It was made in the 1920s. It would make an impressive and sparkly engagement ring.}

A striking Art Deco 18ct gold ring with a platinum top that was made in the 1920s. It has been set with three rectangular French cut sapphires with two small diamonds in between on either side. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

An unusual diamond solitaire ring that was made in 1902 in Birmingham. It is 18ct gold and has been set with a central old mine cut diamond with two small diamonds set in to each shoulder. The shank has charming double scrolls on either side. It would make the perfect engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is composed of a cluster of well matched white diamonds with twist shoulders set with a diamond on either side. It would make a beautiful engagement ring.}

A very pretty 18ct gold crossover ring set with an aquamarine and a diamond with diamond set shoulders. The name "Aquamarine" comes from the Latin "aqua marinus", meaning "water of the sea" and in In ancient lore, aquamarine was believed to be the treasure of mermaids, and was used by sailors as a talisman of good luck and protection. It was also considered a stone of eternal youth and happiness, so it would make an ideal engagement ring}

A good 18ct gold ring set with five well matched graded old mine cut diamonds within a ridged setting. It is a smart look and would make an ideal engagement or dress ring.}

A stunning 18ct gold ring set with a red spinel. Spinel is most famous for its deep red variety that closely resembles ruby such as the one in this ring. These two gemstones can be very difficult to distinguish. Until the late 19th century, there was no distinction made between ruby and red spinel, as they look identical and are found in the same localities. Many famous old "Rubies" were discovered to be in fact spinel. The spinel is surrounded by well matched white diamonds in a platinum setting that perfectly compliment the stone. This ring would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A stunning 18ct gold Edwardian ring set with three well matched velvet blue sapphires, most likely of Burma origin, with two old mine cut diamonds between each one. The shank is called a carved half hoop because of the decoration on the sides, but what is unusual about this ring is the pierced shoulder work. It was assayed in Birmingham in 1911. It would make an ideal engagement ring.}

A beautiful three stone diamond ring with a total weight of 3.60 carats. The centre diamond exceeds one carat and each of the side diamonds are eighty points each. It was made circa 1920-1935. It would be a fantastic and stunning engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold ring with a platinum top that was made circa 1920. It has been set with an oval emerald within an openwork setting of four larger diamonds and in between smaller diamonds. The settings on the two raised diamonds are rub over settings which are better than claws and it sits low on the finger so would not catch on clothes. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A lovely three stone diamond and sapphire ring that was made in the 1920-1940 period. The shank is 18ct gold and the stones are set in platinum which is a very strong metal. It has a beautiful one carat natural Ceylon sapphire with a thirty five point old mine cut diamond on either side. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold ring set with a one carat mid to deep blue Burma sapphire with a marquise diamond on either side. The shank is an unusual design with gold scrollwork typical of the Edwardian period. It would make an ideal engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct white gold ring with a platinum top that was made circa 1910-1920. It has been set with four well matched white diamonds with a smaller one in the centre and diamond set shoulders. This style of ring is ideal worn as an engagement ring. It sits low on the finger and does not catch on anything as the stones are in rub over settings.}

A classic 18ct gold diamond ring that was made in the 1920s. It has a platinum top and has been set with a central forty point diamond with three round diamonds above and below and a square cut diamond on either side. The diamonds are all well matched white stones. It is a really pretty look when worn and would make an ideal engagement ring.}

A truly pretty ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is 18ct gold with a platinum top, and is composed of three interlinked clusters with rectangular emeralds at the centre and small white diamonds around them. The edges of the platinum have been millgrained. This is a process that was commonly used at that time to give extra detail to a ring. This ring would make a beautiful engagement ring.}

An unusual Art Deco ring that was made circa 1920. The shank is 18ct white gold with a platinum top. It is a neat design with a band of diamonds crossing the rectangular section on to the shoulders. The diamonds are well matched white stones. It sits low on the finger so is a practical ring to wear on a daily basis. It would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

This is a really pretty small cluster ring with a central rectangular emerald and eight small diamonds around it. It is 18ct gold with a platinum top and was made circa 1900-1910. It would make a really pretty engagement ring.}

Although this is a relatively modern ring it has been very well made in the Edwardian style. It is 18ct gold with a platinum top. The cluster sits low on the finger and is set with very bright white brilliant cut diamonds. It would make an ideal engagement ring.}

A smart 18ct gold three stone sapphire and old mine cut diamond ring that was made in 1886 in Birmingham. The sapphires are well matched mid to deep blue stones. The diamonds are good bright white stones. It is in overall good condition and is a good heavy gage. It would make a lovely engagement or dress ring.}

A beautiful 14ct gold ring that was made in Germany or Austria circa 1900-1910. It has been set with a pink tourmaline which has been cut in a cabochon shape. It is surrounded by small well matched white diamonds with a diamond on either side. It is a really pretty ring and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A beautiful 18ct gold and platinum Edwardian diamond cluster ring with unusual ribbon design on the sides of the cluster. It is so pretty and would make a lovely engagement ring.}

This is a beautiful ring which has a central ruby and is surrounded by a mixture of old brilliant cut diamonds and rose diamonds. The diamonds are millegrain set which is a technique used in the early 20th century when working with platinum. The result is a very neat look unlike the claw set stones of the Victorian period. It is also worth examining the back of the ring which has been very well finished unlike the drilled holes in some modern rings. It would be ideal as an engagement or dress ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring set with three opals. It is hard to photograph the colours as the central opal reflects white light. In fact all three opals are a good strong colour with flashes of blue, green and red. In between are small old mine cut diamonds. The ring was made circa 1880-1900}

A good looking 18ct gold hexagonal shaped ring that was made circa 1900-1915. It has been set with six well matched rubies with smaller diamonds around the edge and a larger diamond in the centre. It sits low on the finger so it is practical to wear. It would make a lovely engagement or dress ring.}

A good 18ct gold double coiled snake ring set with a quarter of a carat old mine cut diamond in it's head and two small diamonds in it's eyes. It was made circa 1880. The snake motif in antique jewellery represented “Eternal love and wisdom” so pieces such as this ring would have been a gift from an admirer.}

A beautiful 18ct gold ring that was made in Sheffield in 1980. The ruby is a good red one carat stone and is flanked on either side by clear white diamonds weighing half a carat each. It would be an ideal engagement or Ruby anniversary ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold ring that was made in Chester in 1892. It is lovely quality and has been set with bright white old mine cut diamonds. The design is interesting with bands of gold running in a slanting pattern across the ring. It would be ideal as a dress ring or an engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring set with an oval cut beautiful green peridot. It was made by Cropp & Farr who were a well known company who operated from Hatton Garden. In the 1947 Olympia fair British Industries Fair they were listed as “Manufacturers of Fine Quality Inexpensive Gem-Set Jewellery, Specialising in Coloured Stones and Diamonds. Aquamarines, Topaz, Zircons, etc also Gold Jewellery, Signets, Sporting Brooches, Charms, Cuff-Links and Gents’ Dress Sets”. Their pieces are always well made and wearable. This is a beautiful ring that could either be worn as an engagement or a dress ring.}

A stunning and impressive 18ct white gold triple cluster ring. It was made in the 1950s and has been set with around two carats of bright white well matched diamonds. It would be a great dress ring or a wonderful engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold and platinum ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been set with well matched bright white diamonds in a cluster design with a diamond on either side. The top is platinum and the shank is 18ct gold. It sits low on the finger so is a practical ring to wear. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring that was made in 1897 in Birmingham. It has been set with three turquoise with small old mine cut diamonds framing them. The meaning behind the use of turquoise when it comes to engagement rings, is a trustworthy relationship. Every marriage must be built on trust, and this antique turquoise engagement ring can signify this trust, and be a constant reminder throughout your marriage.}

A stunning Art Deco ring made in France circa 1920. It is platinum and has been set with a twenty five point diamond in the centre with a pierced starburst design around it set with a mixture of rose cut and eight cut diamonds. Around the edge is a band of copper coloured enamel, and there are small diamonds in the shoulders. It is an original and beautiful ring and would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A very special 18ct gold snake ring that has been set with a cabochon sapphire in the snake's head. There is a small rose diamond in each eye. It is a heavy gage and feels good when worn. The snake motif in antique jewellery represented “Eternal love and wisdom”, so pieces such as this ring would have been a gift from an admirer.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1850. It has been set with a beautiful natural oval emerald with small rose cut diamonds around it. It is a charming ring and would make a pretty engagement or dress ring.}

A lovely 15ct gold snake ring with a diamond set in it's head that was made circa 1880-1900. Many examples of Victorian snake rings feature snakes, suggesting that these pieces were intended as tokens of love and affection. This style would be worn by both men and women. Snakes featured heavily in the myths of ancient Greece and Rome. They were reviled for their ability to shed their skin, meaning that they were seen as a symbol of regeneration and rebirth. This association with regeneration and fertility suggests links to the Victorian connotations between snakes and eternal love. Furthermore, the common representation of the snake being the ouroboros (meaning a circular depiction of a snake swallowing its own tail) acts as a symbol of eternity. So a wonderful interpretation and special to wear.}

A gorgeous 18ct yellow gold and platinum topped ring. It is set with a large white diamond with smaller well matched white diamonds around it. The shoulders are set with a diamond on either side. It is a well balanced design and was made circa 1910. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold diamond cluster ring. The centre diamond is a quarter of a carat and is surrounded by nine small diamonds in petal style settings. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A very pretty 18ct gold and aquamarine and diamond oval cluster ring. It sits low on the finger and is a neat look. Aquamarine was believed to be the treasure of mermaids, and was used by sailors as a talisman of good luck, fearlessness and protection. It was also considered a stone of eternal youth and happiness so it would make a lovely engagement ring!}

An attractive 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1910. It has been set with five graded white diamonds in a crossover design and sits low on the finger. It would make a pretty engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold three stone ruby ring in a cluster design with a ruby on either side. The rubies are natural stones and very well matched. It was made circa 1900-1910. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

An unusual platinum ring that was made circa 1920. It has a central cluster of well matched bright white diamonds with a shaped emerald on either side and a further diamond. It would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold ring with a platinum top. It was made circa 1900-1915 in a style that was akin to the Art Nouveau design with fluid sinuous movement. It has been set with a sapphire and a diamond and has three small rose diamonds set in to each shoulder. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

An unusual 18ct gold cluster ring set with rose diamonds. It was made circa 1890-1900. Rose diamonds have a completely different look to old mine cut or brilliant diamonds as they have flat backs and are cut to a point on the front. They glitter in a subtle way especially in candlelight. It would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

A smart 18ct gold ring set with an octagonal aquamarine with twelve bright white and well matched diamonds. It was made in London in 1999. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A pretty diamond solitaire ring. It has been set with a twenty point bright white diamond in the centre and has three smaller diamonds set in to each shoulder. There is also a channel on either side of the smaller diamonds which has a millgrain design, achieved by the use of a knurling tool. The shank is 18ct gold and the top is platinum. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}