Antique, Victorian sapphire and old mine-cut diamond cluster ring
Current band size: UK: H½ / US: 4.25 /
Single complimentary re-size available. This ring can easily be re-sized up or down to any size.
Provenance
Made in 1891, this gorgeous Victorian cluster ring is the perfect antique engagement ring. Set to centre with a round natural blue sapphire with a vibrant and intense cobalt blue colour. Although small, its definitely striking and is set with gold claws in an unusual and slightly raised star-setting. Surrounded by a cluster of old mine-cut diamonds, nine in total with one later replacement diamond which is a transitional-cut, likely set in the 1930s.
We love this tiny little detail and, although completely unapparent to the untrained eye, its a charming little mark of the life this ring has already lived and the love stories it has already fulfilled.
The cushion shaped old mine-cut is one of the earliest diamond cuts and these stones were completely cut by hand under daylight or candlelight. As such, no two are ever identical and each has its own unique sparkle and character. They catch the light much differently to modern laser-cut diamonds and as a result they emit a softer and more romantic glow.
The diamonds are claw-set above an intricately pierced gallery and framed by the most gorgeous shoulders you could imagine! The shoulders are ornately carved as foliate style leafs, replete with hand-engraved scrolling motifs which then lead into a solid 18ct yellow gold D-shape shank.
Quintessentially Victorian and irresistibly charming - this is a very special ring, perfect for a very special love-story.
The Natural Stones
- Sapphire weight: 0.29ct
- Sapphire size: Length 4.2mm; Width 4.3mm; Depth 2.2mm
- Total diamond weight: 0.40ct; Nine cushion old mine-cut diamonds; One round transitional-cut diamond.
The Band
- Metal Composition: 18ct yellow gold.
- Hallmarks: Marked with hallmarks that trace the ring to Birmingham, 1891. Further marked with an indistinct '18CT', indicating 18ct yellow gold. Further marked with a number of initials, 'SM', 'AW2', 'H', 'K'.
The Ring Overall
- Front Head Dimensions: Length 10.4mm; Width 16.4mm (including shoulders)
- Height of Setting: 4mm
General Wear & Condition
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Excellent: all stones are secure and well set, with no damage to the mount. Professionally polished and carefully inspected by our workshop, ready to wear and enjoy.
Unless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).
We will only carry out adjustments we are fully confident in and that preserve the structural integrity of the piece.
Simply select your desired size at checkout and include any special requests - we will always do our utmost to accommodate.
You will receive a confirmation email with a link to our re-sizing timeframe guide, so you know when to expect delivery. Once your ring has been dispatched, we will send a separate email with full tracking details.
A small number of rings cannot be resized due to their material or design; this will always be clearly noted in the product description.
We provide free, fully insured express shipping on all orders.
- UK Orders: Shipped via DHL or Royal Mail Special Delivery the working day after payment clears. Please allow 1–2 business days for delivery.
- International Orders: Shipped via DHL the working day after payment clears. Please allow 4–5 business days for delivery.
All shipments are fully tracked and require a signature upon receipt, ensuring your order arrives safely and securely.
For all orders shipped to the U.S., we cover international tariffs and duties, so you won’t need to worry about them - they are included in the price on the website.
If you wish to return a ring, we offer a full refund minus the cost of these tariffs: 10% for antique rings (over 100 years old) and 15.5% for other pieces.
Please note that some U.S. states may charge a small additional tax on delivery, typically between $40–$80.
