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Find Out MoreVictorian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring with Split Shoulders
№ 486Z
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Rare Find
A very pretty ring that was assayed When the property or concentration of a precious metal is measured. More in Birmingham in 1876. It has been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set with a beautiful rich red 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 surrounded by nine claw set 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 trifurcated 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 a light look.
It would be a fabulous engagement ring.
The Details
The ruby is a stunning rich red colour in this ring.
Essentials
Item Number:
№ 486Z
Diameter:
10 mm
Place of Origin:
England
Discovered:
4 months ago
Stones
RubyCut:
Round Cut
Weight:
0.38 carat
Dimensions:
4.4 x 4.4 x 2.7 mm
9 DiamondsCut:
Round Cut
Weight:
0.45 carat
Hallmarks
Assay Year:
1876
Assay Office:
Birmingham 
Traditional Fineness:
Gold 
Early Fineness:
- 18
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Care Tips
- Check delicate settings regularly
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