Description
Sapphire and diamond ring circa 1910. This sweet ring is a classic floral cluster, with an unheated oval sapphire in an attractive ‘cornflower’ blue at its centre, its hint of violet characteristic of its Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origins. The surround is a delicate border of circular-cut diamonds platinum settings with millegrain edges, its reverse hand pierced with geometric designs., and would make an ideal engagement ring.
PLACE OF ORIGIN
United Kingdom
DATE OF MANUFACTURE
Circa 1910
PERIOD
Early 20thcentury
Edwardian
METAL
Platinum
STONE
Sapphire: approximately 1.8 carats, accompanied by GCS report no. 80237-78, stating that the sapphire measuring 7.9 x 6.4 x 4.3mm and weighing approximately 1.8 carats is of Sri Lankan origin, with no indications of heat treatment.
Diamond: total carat weight approximately 0.50 carats
CONDITION
Excellent
WEAR
Very light wear consistent with age and use.
RING SIZE
UK: O
US: 7 3/4
MEASUREMENTS
Setting: 12 x 13.5mm
Height of setting: 5.5mm
WEIGHT
Gross weight 3.45 grams
