Antique, Victorian Burmese ruby & diamond carved half-hoop ring
Current band size: UK: N / US: 7 /
Single complimentary resize available, this ring can be adjusted up or down.
Provenance
Made in 1885, this ruby and diamond five-stone ring is quintessentially Victorian and we simply love it! Set with three natural unheated Burmese rubies, elongated cushion-cut and perfectly matched in colour with a striking deep cerise hue with almost molten intensity. Rubies are stones that can fluoresce even under daylight in some cases, and these stones certainly feel like they're glowing. Claw-set and interspersed with cushion old mine-cut diamonds, two stacked above one another so as to give the impressive of a single larger stone. We love this little charming detail and the soft, romantic sparkle characteristic of antique hand-cut diamonds works perfectly here in this ring.
The diamonds have been set in silver, as platinum was not to be introduced for another twenty-five years or so. However, silver is known to tarnish over long periods of time and this is what has given the ring such an authentically antique look to it. We're obsessed!
This is an example of a carved half-hoop ring, hugely popular in the late Victorian period and characterised by their spread of gemstones and diamonds paired with ornate carved galleries and shoulders. The gallery is rich and beautifully hand-carved with scrolling volutes and foliate motifs. The shoulders are hand engraved and so refined - just such an expertly crafted ring carrying with it centuries of love.
The Natural Stones
- Central ruby weight: 1.14ct
- Central ruby size: Length 7mm; Width 5.5mm; Depth 3.7mm
- Total ruby weight: 2.70ct
- Total diamond weight: 0.45ct; Four cushion shape old-mine cut diamonds.
The Band
- Metal Composition: 18ct yellow gold.
- Hallmarks: Marked with '18ct' indicating 18ct yellow gold.
The Ring Overall
- Front Head Dimensions: Length 8.2mm; Width 20.7mm
- 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.
