Three Stone Rings

Three diamonds. Three times the amount of sparkle. This early 19th century example of the classic three stone 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 engagement ring features a central Old European cutGemstones cut in this style have a smaller table than the round brilliant and the overall depth is greater. This style of cutting was popular in the 19th Century and is the direct predecessor to the modern round Brilliant Cut. Similar to the Old Mine Cut. More measuring approximately 0.68 cts, flanked by two slightly smaller stones, each set in a fairly low coronet mount, keeping them snug to the finger. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. More is unusual as it is a waisted design. The three stones are often described as denoting the couple's past, present and future. So, if this little ring is anything to go by, it has, it is and always will be bright.}

In the Medieval period, the sight of a sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone. More was thought to heal the eye. There is no scientific proof to support this, but if beauty can has any ocular health benefits, then the blue of this sapphire may just help. Although not a large stone, it has a rich Royal Blue hue, enhanced by the two flanking Old European cutGemstones cut in this style have a smaller table than the round brilliant and the overall depth is greater. This style of cutting was popular in the 19th Century and is the direct predecessor to the modern round Brilliant Cut. Similar to the Old Mine Cut. More diamonds. This ring is simple, elegant and beautiful, and would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

This 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold and platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More Art DecoJewellery made in the Art Deco era (1920-1935). More sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone. More and 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 ring, likely dating to the late 1920s, is a perfectly dainty example of a style that can sometimes dominate the finger. The elongated hexagonal plaque only measures 14.3 mm in length, but despite its size, it still features a striking little criss-cross design, set with three round cut sapphires, and accented with little single cutA round stone with just 18 facets, top and bottom, used only on very small stones. More diamonds. It is an elegant ring, be it for an engagement or simply as a beautiful gift.}

A beautiful example of an 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold late VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). More three stone 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 ring, made circa 1890-1900. The style of ring is known as the carved half hoop because of the openwork scroll mount. It has been set with three well matched good white cushion cutA square or rectangular cut stone with rounded corners. Also called Antique Cut. More diamonds, accented by tiny rose diamonds between each of the principal stones. This gives the ring a good line. It curves nicely around the finger and sits low making it an ideal candidate for an engagement ring.}

The distinctive blue of the turquoiseTurquoise is an opaque gem and is often formed in what is called matrix, a black or brown veining derived from the host rock in which the gem forms.  In fine jewellery, unblemished sky blue turquoise is the ideal, although regularly patterned matrix turquoise is also sought-after. More reminded the Victorian's of the forget-me-knot flower, so it follows that the stone's use in jewellery was intended as a symbol of love and affection. Being a porous stone, it often discolours to a greenish tone over time, but this example defies its age, with each of the three graduated cabochons remaining as bright as the flower it was named after. The distinctive 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold design, with its fluted shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. More and central rose cutThe ‘rose cut’, defined by its rounded outline and multiple triangular facets, is one of the earliest diamond cuts, with its origins in sixteenth century Europe. A rose cut typically has a flat base and anywhere from six to twenty four facets, the latter known as a full rose cut. More 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 border, suggests it dates to around 1880. Robust and interesting, it would make a wonderful alternative to the classical engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1890-1900. It has been set with three old mine cut diamonds within star shaped settings.  This style of ring is known as a gypsy ring due to the star shaped settings. They were very popular in the late Victorian and early Edwardian periods and were often set with different coloured gemstones. This ring can be worn on its own or stacked with others }

The fresh green of an emeraldOne of the four ‘precious’ stones. An intense, deep green is the most desirable colour for emeralds. Flaws and cloudiness (‘jardin’) are very common in emeralds, so stones are often oiled, irradiated, and dyed to improve their look. Synthetic emeralds have fewer imperfections and are hard to set apart from natural stones. Emeralds belong to the beryl... More evokes lush landscapes, new beginnings, and adventure. In fact, it was once believed that an emerald placed under the tongue would allow you to predict the future.  This mid VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). More 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring, dating to around 1850, centres on a square step-cut emerald, which, considering the date of the ring and the nature of the stone, is likely to be of Colombian origin.  The two cushion cutA square or rectangular cut stone with rounded corners. Also called Antique Cut. More diamonds are lovely and bright, and the chased foliate scrollwork shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. More give the ring an interesting profile.  A wonderful and impressive ring that would be a perfect dress or engagement ring.}

A stylish 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring with a platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More top that was made in the 1920s. It is typical of the period with it's geometric no nonsense design. It is based on the older VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). More three stone ring version. It differs because of the use of platinum on the top and shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. More that have been set with two diamonds on either side. Along the top are three well matched good white old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... More diamonds. The centre 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 is one caratThe 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,}

A great looking 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that has been set with an oval emeraldOne of the four ‘precious’ stones. An intense, deep green is the most desirable colour for emeralds. Flaws and cloudiness (‘jardin’) are very common in emeralds, so stones are often oiled, irradiated, and dyed to improve their look. Synthetic emeralds have fewer imperfections and are hard to set apart from natural stones. Emeralds belong to the beryl... More with a well matched bright cut 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 on either side. The emerald is a beautiful saturated green which is hard to photograph. It was made in 1993 in Birmingham and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made in London in 1997. It has been double clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set with a sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone. More that weighs approximately one caratThe 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 and is a beautiful cornflower blue colour. On either side is a good bright white 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. It would make a pretty engagement ring.}

A very good looking 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 three stone 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 ring that was made in the 1930s. It has been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set with three evenly matched and very white diamonds that we estimate to be G colour and to have a total weight of 1.6 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 slightly larger which gives the design a balanced look. The galleryA strip of metal that is pierced with a continuing pattern, often framing vertical lozenge-shaped openings within an upper and lower band. Such strips are used by jewellers to make a claw setting for a finger ring after slicing the strip horizontally so that it becomes a series of points which hold the stone. The complete gallery is called 'closet' and the h... More is charming with little pierced heart shapes between the claws. It curves nicely around the finger. It would make a stunning engagement ring.}

A stunning platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More Art DecoJewellery made in the Art Deco era (1920-1935). More ring that was made circa 1920. It has been set with three bright white cushion cutA square or rectangular cut stone with rounded corners. Also called Antique Cut. More diamonds, with an approximate total weight of 3.00 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 galleryA strip of metal that is pierced with a continuing pattern, often framing vertical lozenge-shaped openings within an upper and lower band. Such strips are used by jewellers to make a claw setting for a finger ring after slicing the strip horizontally so that it becomes a series of points which hold the stone. The complete gallery is called 'closet' and the h... More has a sweet pattern and as it is bezelA metal rim which holds the stone in a piece of jewellery. This metal band has its top edges smoothed over to better hold the stone in place. More set the ring has a strong geometric shape to it that was typical of the Art Deco period. It sits low on the finger making it the perfect engagement ring, to be worn every day. }

A smart late VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). More 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that has been set with three old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... More diamonds in 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 shaped settings. The total weight of the diamonds is just over half a caratThe 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. This ring can be worn on a daily basis either as an engagement or dress ring and can also be stacked with other rings. }

A lovely 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 ring that was made in the 1920s. It is 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold with a platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More top and has been set with three clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set well matched bright white diamonds. On either side are two small diamonds that sweep up to join the larger diamonds. It sits low on the finger so it is a practical ring to wear as an engagement ring.}

A beautiful example of a late VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). More three stone 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 ring that was made circa 1890-1900. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. More is 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold and is called a carved half hoop because of the scroll work design on both sides. It has been set with three well matched good white old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... More diamonds that weigh two 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 in total. There are small diamond pointsA unit of weight for a diamond, being one-hundredth of a metric carat. It is used for weights that are decimal fractions of a carat, and all figures after the second decimal point are, in the diamond and jewellery trade, generally discarded. More, as they are called, on either side of the large diamonds. This gives the ring a good line}

A really good looking 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 ring that has been set with three well matched baguetteFrench for “rod.” A step-cut used for narrow, rectangular faceted stones, mainly those of a small size. More diamonds in rub over settings. The stones are good clear, well matched and very white stones. It sits low on the finger, curves around nicely, and is a practical ring to wear every day, so it would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A good looking and large 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made in Birmingham in 1902. It has been set with three old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... More diamonds within squared settings. It can be worn on its own or stacked with other bands.}

A very good looking platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More ring that has been double clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set with three graded diamonds. It is a lovely well balanced design. The diamonds are beautiful clear stones and are well matched. They have a total estimated weight of one caratThe 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 and eighty pointsA unit of weight for a diamond, being one-hundredth of a metric carat. It is used for weights that are decimal fractions of a carat, and all figures after the second decimal point are, in the diamond and jewellery trade, generally discarded. More, so just under two 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. A perfect engagement ring. }

A good looking 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that has been set with three oval cabochonA polished, not faceted, dome shaped stone - either round or oval with a flat polished base, primarily used as a cut for phenomenal stones such as cat's eyes and stars. More opals. The opals are well matched and display flashes of red, green and blue. In between the opals are small rose diamonds called “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 pointsA unit of weight for a diamond, being one-hundredth of a metric carat. It is used for weights that are decimal fractions of a carat, and all figures after the second decimal point are, in the diamond and jewellery trade, generally discarded. More” as they gave the ring a good line. The galleryA strip of metal that is pierced with a continuing pattern, often framing vertical lozenge-shaped openings within an upper and lower band. Such strips are used by jewellers to make a claw setting for a finger ring after slicing the strip horizontally so that it becomes a series of points which hold the stone. The complete gallery is called 'closet' and the h... More is very pretty with clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More and scroll work. It was made circa 1900-1910 when opals were very much in fashion as they matched the soft ivory and pale colours of the clothes that were worn then. This ring is as wearable now as it was over one hundred years ago.}

This is a wonderful platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More ring that was made circa 1920-1930. It has been set with a beautiful naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments.  More unheated cornflower blue sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone. More that most likely originated from CeylonSri Lankan (Ceylon was the country's former name until 1972) More (Sri Lanka). It weighs nearly two 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 so it is an impressive size. On either side is an old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... More 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}

A smart 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made in Birmingham in 1907. It has been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set with three well matched mid blue colour sapphires that are most likely from CeylonSri Lankan (Ceylon was the country's former name until 1972) More (Shi Lanka). On either side of the central sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone. More are two small white diamonds. It is neat and pretty when worn as it curves around the finger nicely, and it would make an ideal engagement ring.}

A good looking 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that has been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set with an oval mixed cut Imperial topazIt comes in many colours, including brown, green. blue, yellow, red, pink and orange. Topaz is very hard, being 8 on the Mohs scale, with a high cleavage.  More and a half moon cut 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 on either side rub over set in 18ct 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. Topaz is not a cheap stone. The most valuable variety of topaz is the golden brown sherry colour which this stone is. It was most likely sourced in Brazil in the Ouro Preto area of Minas Gerais. The diamonds are an unusual cut and are very well matched stones. A great dress or engagement ring.}

A lovely ring that was made circa 1800-1820. It has been pinch collet set with three cushion cutA square or rectangular cut stone with rounded corners. Also called Antique Cut. More diamonds in silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness. More settings. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. More is 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. More gold and is typical of the period with tulip shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. More and a highly decorative pattern around it and on either side of the diamonds. The underside has been engraved with flowers and stylised scrolls. This leads me to conclude that it is most likely of Dutch origin because of the tulips and the engraved decoration beneath. A beautiful and unusual ring to wear.}

A smart 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been set with two old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... More diamonds that are a good evenly matched colour. There is a larger pink sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone. More in the centre. They are set in rub over settings. A rub over setting places the 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 in a circle of metal, which is then folded all around it to catch the hips of the gem at its widest pointA unit of weight for a diamond, being one-hundredth of a metric carat. It is used for weights that are decimal fractions of a carat, and all figures after the second decimal point are, in the diamond and jewellery trade, generally discarded. More. It creates a secure setting which is a neat look because the stones are not clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set. It can be worn on its own or stacked with other rings. }

A very pretty three stone 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 and sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone. More ring that was made circa 1920. The diamonds are well matched white stones and the sapphire is a good mid blue colour. It is set in a bezelA metal rim which holds the stone in a piece of jewellery. This metal band has its top edges smoothed over to better hold the stone in place. More setting which is a very secure setting in comparison to prong settings. It would be a lovely engagement ring.}

A good 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that has been set with three well matched sapphires with two small diamonds between each one. It sits low on the finger and curves around it nicely. The shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. More have a pretty scroll and anthemion design. It was made in Birmingham in 1904 and is as wearable now as an engagement ring as it was over one hundred years ago!}

A super smart 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made in the early 1900s. It has been rub over set with a beautiful large mid blue sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone. More with an old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... More 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 on either side. It looks great when worn and can be worn on its own or stacked with other rings}

A smart 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made in the 1920s. It has been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set with a square cut sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone. More in the centre that is a beautiful Royal blue colour. On either side is a claw set round transition cutDirect descendants of the Old European Cut, this progressive cuts saw an evolution toward a larger table, a lower crown, and a smaller culet than previous cuts. However, unlike later brilliants, the girdles of these stones remained unfaceted. Considered a precursor to both the Modern Round Brilliant and the Ideal cuts. More 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 that contrasts well with the square cut sapphire. It sits low on the finger so it would make a perfect engagement ring as it can be worn on a daily basis.}

A beautiful platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More ring that was made circa 1950. It has been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set with three diamonds with a total weight of one caratThe 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 and thirty pointsA unit of weight for a diamond, being one-hundredth of a metric carat. It is used for weights that are decimal fractions of a carat, and all figures after the second decimal point are, in the diamond and jewellery trade, generally discarded. More. 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 really white stones and are very clear. It would make a perfect and stunning engagement ring}

This is a very pretty 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been set with three well matched rubies with two small diamonds on either side of the centre 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. There is a gold rim around the stones that serves to protect them and adds to the overall design. It is a neat ring when worn and would make a lovely engagement ring}

A very pretty 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made in 1904 in Chester. The sapphires and diamonds are contained within a boat shaped setting that protects them so this ring is a practical ring to wear on an every day basis. The sapphires are well matched mid blue stones. There are two diamonds in between each sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone. More that give the ring a lovely twinkle. The shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. More have a scroll pattern. A beautiful ring that would make an ideal engagement ring}

A pretty 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring with platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More around the three diamonds. It is an interesting slanted design with the gold shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. More enclosing the three diamonds. It was made circa 1900-1914 and would make a lovely engagement ring.}