Description
Moonstone, ruby and diamond ring, 1920s. Moonstone is a variety of the mineral feldspar, and is famed for an optical phenomenon known as ‘adularescence’ – a ghostly flash of blue, white or occasionally pale yellow that moves across the stone when viewed from certain angles. This cabochon moonstone displays a dreamy pale blue sheen, and sits at the centre of an unusual 1920s rectangular mount, millegrain-set with beautiful antique rose-cut diamonds diagonally crossed with calibre-cut rubies, which have been specially cut to fit the mount.
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Place Of Origin
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United Kingdom
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Stone Type
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Moonstone: Approx. 2.40 carats total
Diamonds: Approx. 0.20 carats total
Rubies: Approx. 0.15 carats total
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Stone Dimensions
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Central moonstone: 9mm x 7.5mm x 5mm
Height of setting: 8.2mm
Width of setting at front: 13.7mm x 15.8mm
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Metal Type
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Platinum
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Date Of Manufacture
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1920 - 1925
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Period Of Manufacture
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Art Deco
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Condition
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Excellent
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Signs Of Wear
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Minor wear commensurate with age
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Band Size
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UK L / US 5.75 (complimentary re-size available)
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Weight
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4.25 grams (gross)
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