23rd Mar, 2022 11:00
Jewellery, Watches & Silver
138
A ruby and diamond half hoop ring, alternately set with pairs of square step-cut rubies and round brilliant-cut diamonds, 18ct white gold mounted, hallmarked for London 1973, numbered 6821, total diamond weight approximately 0.16ct, ring size N½
Sold for £300
Estimated at £150 - £250
A ruby and diamond half hoop ring, alternately set with pairs of square step-cut rubies and round brilliant-cut diamonds, 18ct white gold mounted, hallmarked for London 1973, numbered 6821, total diamond weight approximately 0.16ct, ring size N½
Diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, with estimated VS1 to SI1 clarity and H to K colour, assessed mounted. Rubies are well matched, of pinkish-red hues, with small inclusions and good transparency. One of the rubies has a chip to the corner, some of the rubies have chips/fractures to the pavilion facets and all stones have light surface wear. Each ruby measures approx. 2.5mm to 2.8mm in length. The mount has foliate engraved sides, with light surface wear throughout and an area of heavy scuffs/filing marks to the interior of the shank. Hallmarks are clearly struck, the maker's mark is rubbed. Width of setting 3.5mm. Gross weight approx. 3.5gm.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 23rd Mar, 2022
