Rubies are of pinkish-red hues, both with surface-reaching inclusions and fractures, and chips and scuffs to the surface. The principal diamonds are lively and fairly bright, estimated SI1 to SI2 clarity and J to L colour, assessed mounted. The diamond points have a typically dull greyish and fractured/chipped appearance and one is missing. The ring mount has considerable wear and some of the tips to the claws require repair. The back of the shank has worn thin. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approximately 3.3gm.

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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 9th Apr, 2025

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