Antique, Victorian ruby & diamond checkerboard ring georgian

Antique, Victorian ruby & diamond checkerboard ring georgianHistory Originating from the United Kingdom, this piece dates to Circa 1890, the Victorian era. It is set with five natural old cut rubies of Burmese origin, and five cushion shape old mine cut diamonds. Framed by a decorative scrolling scalloped design, to shoulders which are carved with ornate scrollwork leading to a fleur des lys motif which seamlessly flows into a solid 18ct yellow gold band. The Natural Stones Total ruby weight: 0. 60ct Total

The toi-et-moi became extremely popular in the late 19th century as a choice for an engagement ring

Hallmarks: Marked with makers mark

(11mm x 8mm x 4

safely set with white gold fully covering it

its engraved closed setting making it extremely smooth and comfortable against the skin

Very Light Wear Consistent With Age And Use

which were favoured by Victorian jewellers working in the Arts and Crafts style

Accompanied by GCS certificate #81820-52

Amethyst: 1

emerald cluster rings

45cts total / A mixture of early rose-cut and table-cut)

Showcasing the magnificent centrepiece of a generously sized cushion-cut amethyst