{"product_id":"antique-victorian-sapphire-single-stone-ring-2","title":"Antique, Victorian sapphire single-stone ring","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal to c.1888, this Victorian sapphire solitaire ring is unbelievably chic. Despite being made well over 100 years ago, there is something that feels contemporary about this ring that makes it effortlessly wearable. Chunky solitaire rings such as this one, are a type of gypsy ring and were popular during the late Victorian period and into the Edwardian era. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sapphire has a smoky yet serene cornflower-blue hue which has notable violet undertones. Weighing 3.50ct and cut as an elongated cushion, the proportions of this stone are perfect, giving it depth and character. The sapphires clarity is remarkable given its size. It hails from the historic Ceylon mines (modern day Sri Lanka), the locality for the world's finest cornflower blue sapphires such as this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn classic gypsy style, the sapphire is held in a rub-over setting with an open-back to allow light to pass through the stone. The setting is raised and the gallery solid gold, to tapered shoulders which slope to form the solid D-shape shank. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe ring bears hallmarks tracing it to London, c.1888 - it is uncommon to know the precise origin of an antique ring, making this discovery particularly special!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Natural Stones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSapphire weight: \u003c\/strong\u003e3.50ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSapphire size: \u003c\/strong\u003eLength 10.5mm; Width 7.2mm; Depth 5.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Band\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Composition: \u003c\/strong\u003e18ct yellow gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marked with hallmarks that trace the ring to London 1888. Further marked with '18' indicating 18ct yellow gold.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ring Overall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Head Dimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003eLength 11.5mm; Width 17.3mm (including shoulders)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight of Setting: \u003c\/strong\u003e4.5mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Wear \u0026amp; Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent: \u003c\/strong\u003eminor wear commensurate with age. 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Ring Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57922377253245,"sku":"ARB-3359","price":8625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0310\/0442\/6375\/files\/antique-victorian-sapphire-single-stone-ring-blue-sapphire.jpg?v=1778683829","url":"https:\/\/www.antiqueringboutique.com\/en-us\/products\/antique-victorian-sapphire-single-stone-ring-2","provider":"Antique Ring Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}