Antique, Edwardian Burmese ruby and diamond cluster engagement ring

£18,500
SKU: ARB-3412

Single complimentary re-size available. This ring can easily be re-sized up or down to any size.

What’s included with your purchase:

  • Certificate of authenticity
  • Documentation for insurance purposes
  • Single complimentary resizing
  • Fully insured express shipping (Discreetly packaged)
  • Luxury packaging, including a handmade ring box

To find out more about the gemstones in this ring:

Provenance

Original to c.1905, this Edwardian cluster ring beautifully encapsulates the elegance and quiet refinement of the period. Set to centre with a natural, unheated Burmese ruby with an intensely saturated glow. The ruby hails from the historic Mogok mines, world renowned for producing the finest and most valuable rubies including the ultra-rare pigeon-blood variety. What we love about this ruby is just how rich, vibrant and full of life it is - this is a stone that is impossible to tire of. Securely held within a platinum rub-over setting, delicately finished with a fine millegrain edge.

Surrounding the ruby, a two-tiered cluster of single-cut diamonds, each grain set and bordered by further millegrain edging. Each one cut by hand, no two are the same, each has its own distinctive character and sparkle. By modern standards this would be considered anathema, however this is exactly what makes it such a beautiful and special ring. 

The inner and outer diamond halos are delicately separated by fine openwork, creating the illusion that the central ruby is suspended effortlessly in mid-air. The generous oval cluster design provides excellent finger coverage, yet the thoughtfully executed open back and low, linear gallery allow the ring to sit almost flush against the skin.

The result is a piece that feels exceptionally smooth, close-fitting, and remarkably comfortable to wear. In fact, what stands out most is not just how it looks, but how beautifully it feels when worn. The shoulders, crafted in 18ct yellow gold, taper gracefully into a refined yet sturdy shank. They are a true highlight of the design, formed with elegant tri-split openwork that adds both lightness and sophistication.

The Natural Stones

  • Ruby weight: 1.66ct (known weight)
  • Ruby size: Length 8.2mm; Width 6.0mm; Depth 3.5mm
  • Gem Certificate: Natural, unheated Burmese ruby (Mogok region); Oval old-cut; Accompanied by GCS certificate #5787-0052
  • Total diamond weight: 0.80ct

The Band

  • Metal Composition: 18ct yellow gold, platinum.

The Ring Overall

  • Front Head Dimensions: Length 16.4mm; Width 12.4mm 
  • Height of Setting: 3.4mm

General Wear & Condition

  • 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).

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