An unusual 18ct gold ring that was made in the 1950s. It has been set with a good natural cabochon cut star ruby. Star rubies are the rarest rubies and are among the most valuable types of coloured gemstones available in the world. When illuminated they show an optical effect called "asterism", in this case six neat rays of light that move across the surface of the stone. Another lovely feature of this rubyOne of the most valuable gemstones on earth. From the corundum family, the red variety being ruby and the blue, sapphire. With the exception of the diamond, corundum is the hardest of the gemstones on the Mohs scale scoring a 9. More is the near-perfect hexagonal colour zoning visible at its centre. Burma (Myanmar) was the world's main source for rubies so this ruby likely came from Burma. Around it are well matched diamonds with a further three diamonds set in to each shoulder. It would make a perfect engagement or ruby wedding anniversary ring.}

DiamondA precious, lustrous gemstone made of highly compressed carbon. Diamonds are one of the hardest materials known to mankind. Colours of diamonds range from colourless, yellow, orange and brown to almost black. Natural coloured (or ‘fancy’) diamonds can be extremely rare. The cut, colour, clarity and carat weight of a diamond are the criteria jewellers use... More cluster rings are always popular and this ring is a good example. The brilliant cutA circular gemstone cut, especially for diamonds or other transparent stones, with 57 or 58 facets. This cut returns the greatest amount of brilliancy, fire, and white light to the eye, making it an immensely popular cut. Also known as the Modern Brilliant Cut, the American Brilliant Cut, or the Ideal Cut. More diamonds are a good bright white and are well matched with a total weight of 1.30 caratsThe unit of weight for a diamond or other gemstone and also for a pearl. Abbreviated 'ct', 1 carat is equal to 0.2 grams. In reference to gold, a unit of purity or fineness of gold and gold alloy, expressed as a number out of 24 parts by weight, e.g. '24 carat' signifies pure gold, '18 carat' 18/24th gold in the alloy, et cetera.  Also abbreviated as 'c... More. The centre diamond is set higher and is larger than the surrounding diamonds. They are mounted in 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More white goldWhite gold is an alloy of gold and at least one other white metal - most often nickel or palladium (both of which act as a bleaching agent to reduce the natural yellow colour of the gold). More. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. More is 18ct yellow gold. This ring would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

An impressive 18ct white good ring that was made in the 1950s. This style is known as a ballerina design because of the Tutu appearance. Ballerina clusters were first seen in the 1950s. The skill in creating a ‘ballerina’ involved meticulous precision and exactness in the cutting and setting of the gemstones to lie perfectly next to each other in order to achieve the movement of a ballerina. In the centre is a claw set light cornflower blue sapphire that weighs over two carats. Around it are a mixture of marquise and tapered baguette diamonds in a wavy design with a total weight of nearly one and a quarter carats. It looks really fantastic when worn and would make a wonderful engagement ring }

A really impressive 18ct white gold ring that was made in the 1950s. It has been set with a large square cushion cut aquamarine that weighs ten carats. It is a gorgeous stone and a good even sea blue colour. The seawater colour of aquamarine has given this gemstone its name as the word “aquamarine” is derived from the Latin word for seawater. There are triple claw settings on each corner. It is a great ring and will certainly cause a stir when you wear it }

This is a lovely 18ct gold ring with a platinum top that has been claw set with a really bright and clear 0.60 carat diamond. On either side set in to shoulders are small diamonds that set off the big diamond beautifully. It is in excellent condition and would make a perfect engagement ring }

An impressive 18ct gold and platinum ring set with three sapphires that are surrounded by a plethora of small diamonds. It looks wonderful on the finger and would make a stunning engagement or dress ring. }

An attractive 18ct yellow gold ring with an 18ct white gold top. It has been set with a large claw set aquamarine that weighs over two carats. The seawater colour of aquamarine has given this gemstone its name as the word “aquamarine” is derived from the Latin word for seawater. It was made in the 1950-1970 period when this bold style was popular. It is surrounded by sixteen well matched good white diamonds. It would make a wonderful engagement or dress ring }

A very good looking 18ct gold ring with a platinum top that was made around the 1950 period. It has been set with a lovely Columbian emerald in a gold setting surrounded by twelve diamonds in platinum settings. The emerald is a lovely mid green colour and the diamonds are well matched and very bright white stones. There is millegrain detail throughout. It sits low on the finger so it is a practical ring to wear and would be suitable for an engagement or dress ring }

A good 18ct gold ring that was made in the 1950s. It has been set with a green tourmaline. Around it are well matched diamonds within platinum millgrained settings. Green Tourmaline attracts luck, success, abundance and prosperity. It inspires creativity, and may be used to project, create and manifest one's goals. It apparently also promotes courage, strength and stamina. Tourmaline is given to celebrate the eighth wedding anniversary and is the birthstone for the month of october so there are plenty of meanings attached to this beautiful stone }

An impressive 18ct gold ring that has been set with a large pear shaped Blue Topaz that weighs just over eight and a half carats. It is a lovely colour. It would make a fabulous dress ring. It was made in the 1950-1970 when this bold style was popular. On either side are two small diamonds. }

A fabulous platinum ring that was made in the 1950s. It is big and bold and has been set with a beautiful square cut peridot. Peridot is named after the French word “peritot”, meaning gold, because the mineral can vary towards this colour. Peridot is the birthstone for the month of August. It is also the stone given to celebrate the 16th year of marriage. It is surrounded by twelve evenly matched diamonds within millgrain settings. It would make an amazing dress ring. }

A good looking 15ct gold ring set with a large oval amethyst surrounded by natural split pearls. It was made circa 1930-1950 but it is hard to exactly date this ring as the top may be earlier than the shank. It looks impressive when worn. }

A really unusual 18ct gold ring that was imported in to France circa 1930-1950 most likely from Belgium. It is a great design with reeded lines like a ribbon coiling around the moonstone. It looks stunning when worn. }

A stylish silver ring that was made in the late 1950s by the firm of Georg Jensen. The designer of this ring was Henning Koppel. As a result of his Jewish background, Koppel had to seek refuge in Sweden during World War II In Stockholm where he resided in 1943-44, he attracted considerable attention for his work as a jewellery designer for Svenskt Tenn. Back in Denmark in 1945, he obtained a contract with Georg Jensen. a collaboration that lasted throughout the rest of his life. His work was rewarded with a gold medals on three Milan Triennials in 1951, 1954 and 1957. His designs for Georg Jensen included both hollowware, jewellery and flatware patterns. This ring is a good example of his work and is as stylish today as when it was made in the 1950s. }

This ring packs a punch. It is Swiss and has seven very bright diamonds in a cluster design in the centre with a swirly gold interwoven design around them. It is in its original case and was made in the 1950s. At present it has an inner sizing band which can be removed upon request. }

A pretty diamond cluster ring. It is 18ct gold with a white gold top. The diamonds are well matched bright stones with a larger one in the middle with eight smaller diamonds around it. It was made in the 1950s. }

An unusual two colour 14ct gold ring that originated in Alaska. It has two hidden hearts with a diamond set heart overlaid in the centre. }

An unusual 1950s yellow gold ring of open oyster shell design. It is set with a good cultured pearl and small diamonds. }

A stylish 18ct gold ring set with an oval cabochon cut coral. The coral is natural and a good colour. }

A fun silver butterfly ring set with graded marcasites (iron pyrites) and small garnet eyes. }

A pretty silver ring set with a marquise shaped Wedgwood plaque of a Neo-Classical subject, a lady and a cherub. }

A well made, large ring, set with citrines. Made in the 1950s, it is in the style of renowned British Arts and Crafts jeweller Bernard Instone (1891-1987). }

A double moonstone twist silver ring. A good look and fun to wear as an everyday piece. Made in the 1980s. }