Antique, Edwardian blue sapphire & diamond five-stone ring
Current band size: UK: O / US: 7.5 /
Single complimentary re-size available. This ring can easily be re-sized up or down to any size.
Provenance
Original to c.1912, this Edwardian sapphire and diamond five-stone ring is set with three natural blue sapphires, each of which subtly has its own hue and tone, a detail only apparent upon close inspection. The central sapphire is larger than the others and has an extremely unusual colour; part cerulean blue, part teal, part sea-foam green - the colours appear to dance within the stone as its turned under light. The two smaller sapphires set adjacent to the shoulders; one has a slightly muted cornflower-blue colour and the other a brighter pale-periwinkle tone.
The central sapphire is flanked by two cushion shape old-mine cut diamonds. The old-mine cut is one of the earliest diamond cuts. Sourced from the historic mines of India or Brazil, these diamonds were completely cut by hand under daylight or dim candlelight and the are prized for their romantic, soft glow as opposed to the harsh scintillation of modern laser cut diamonds.
The stones have been thoughtfully graduated in size, offering a well proportioned and flattering spread across the finger. The sapphires and diamonds are both claw-set in an open-back setting, featuring ridged and carved scallop detail which has a lovely decorative effect without being too ornate to distract from the gemstones themselves. The ring sits nice and low in profile, making it comfortable and practical to wear - this ring would be the perfect engagement ring or perhaps an alternative to an eternity ring, which can be loved and worn everyday!
The Natural Stones
- Central sapphire weight: 0.26ct
- Central sapphire size: Length 4.2mm; Width 3.7mm; Depth 2.3mm
- Total sapphire weight: 0.56ct
- Total diamond weight: 0.22ct; Two cushion shape old-mine cut diamonds.
The Band
- Metal Composition: 18ct yellow gold.
- Hallmarks: Hallmarks that trace this ring to Chester, 1912. Further marked with '18' to indicate 18ct yellow gold. Further marked with maker's mark 'R.A.J & S' for R.A Jones and Sons Ltd.
The Ring Overall
- Front Head Dimensions: Length 5mm; Width 16.5mm
- Height of Setting: 2.4mm
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.
