Art Deco French Ruby and Diamond Ring by A.F. Souteyrand

A French Art Deco ruby, diamond and gold ring, by A.F. Souteyrand, Paris. A row of seven channel-set square-cut rubies, with five graduating old-cut diamonds either side, overlap a larger old-cut diamond edged with smaller old-cut and eight-cut diamonds, in a geometric buckle like design. Set in platinum, on a decorative scroll gallery, with a tapering 18ct rose gold shank.

Signed A.F. Souteyrand, Paris, Circa 1935

• Hallmarks: French eagle head mark, for 18ct gold and a dog head mark for platinum, with a maker’s mark, on the outside

• Ring size: K (UK) / 5.1/8 (US)
• Dimensions: Width 11.9mm tapering to 2.8mm at back
• Country Of Origin: France
• Condition: Good – Wear consistent with age and use
• Gross weight: 6.71 grams