Vintage Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring

A rare and unusual Art Deco ruby and diamond ring, the centre has been set with a cluster of pave set diamonds with a surround to the top and bottom of calibre cut rubies in an invisible setting. Mounted in 18ct yellow gold.

Circa 1920

Period: Art Deco

Material
Two tones of precious metal, the main part being 18K yellow gold and the white parts are either white gold or platinum. (touchstone tested)

Diamonds

Nine single brilliant cut diamond (also called 8/8)with an estimated weight of ± 0.50ct colour and clarity G/J, si/i
All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Precious stones
Ten baguette cut rubies. We did not check if the rubies are lab produced or not as this information has no influence on the value of this jewel. Natural rubies and lab produced rubies were both used in this era, rather more for their effect than for their intrinsic value. with an estimated weight of ± 0.24ct

Stamped: “18” indicating 18K gold

Dimensions
top of ring 1,37 cm (0,54 inch) x 0,86 cm (0,34 inch)

Weight
2,80 gram (1,80 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 58 & 18½ , Size USA: 8¼ , Size UK: Q