A beautiful and charming Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring, crafted in solid 18ct gold and featuring a stunning pinkish-red ruby surrounded by sparkling natural old-cut diamonds. Believed to date to the late 1800s, this is a particularly attractive example of original antique jewellery, combining delicate proportions with traditional craftsmanship and beautiful period gemstones.
At the centre sits a lovely ruby, displaying a captivating pinkish-red hue and a beautifully proportioned old cushion-style cut. The gemstone has a wonderful warmth and character, with its attractive colour providing a striking focal point against the surrounding diamonds.
The central ruby is beautifully framed by an elegant cluster of original natural old-cut diamonds, each displaying the distinctive faceting and individual character associated with antique diamond cutting. These charming stones produce delicate flashes of brilliance, complementing the ruby's rich colouring while creating a beautifully balanced traditional cluster design.
The ring retains its original antique construction, with traditional claw settings securely holding each gemstone in place. Its delicate proportions and beautifully arranged cluster give it a particularly refined appearance, making it an attractive choice for those who appreciate understated antique jewellery.
Crafted in solid 18ct gold, the ring bears Chester assay hallmarks, providing a wonderful connection to its British heritage. Although the date letter has become worn and is no longer clearly legible, the ring is believed to date to the late Victorian period, around the late 19th century.
Weighing approximately 1.6 grams and measuring a UK ring size M, this is a beautifully delicate piece, particularly well suited to those seeking an elegant antique pinky or dress ring.
A wonderful example of Victorian fine jewellery, combining the charm of original old-cut diamonds, the beautiful colour of a traditional cushion-style ruby and the enduring appeal of genuine antique craftsmanship.
Key Specifications
Period: Victorian
Estimated Date: Late 1800s
Metal: Solid 18ct Gold
Hallmarks: Hallmarked for 18ct Gold
Assay Office: Chester
Date Letter: Worn, Exact Year Unconfirmed
Main Gemstone: Ruby
Ruby Cut: Antique Cushion-Style Cut
Ruby Colour: Attractive Pinkish-Red
Additional Gemstones: Natural Diamonds
Diamond Cut: Old Cut
Diamond Originality: Original to the Ring
Setting Style: Traditional Cluster
Gemstone Settings: Claw Set
Ring Size: UK M
Total Weight: 1.6 Grams
Style: Victorian Ruby & Diamond Cluster Pinky / Dress Ring
Design Details
Design: A charming Victorian cluster ring featuring a beautifully coloured central ruby surrounded by original natural old-cut diamonds in a traditional antique setting
Central Ruby: A lovely old cushion-style cut ruby displaying an attractive pinkish-red hue, with beautiful colour and individual antique character
Diamonds: Original natural old-cut diamonds, displaying the distinctive faceting and delicate flashes of brilliance associated with traditional Victorian diamond jewellery
Gemstone Arrangement: A classic cluster design, with the central ruby beautifully framed by sparkling diamonds to create an elegant and balanced appearance
Ruby Cut: Traditional cushion-style cut, giving the central gemstone soft, rounded proportions and a charming antique appearance
Diamond Settings: Traditional claw settings, securely holding each original diamond while allowing light to enhance its natural sparkle
Construction: Original antique 18ct gold construction, retaining the traditional craftsmanship and delicate proportions characteristic of Victorian jewellery
Finish: Beautiful warm gold tones, providing an attractive contrast against the pinkish-red ruby and sparkling old-cut diamonds
Overall Appearance: A wonderfully charming and delicate antique ring, combining beautiful gemstone colour, original period diamonds and timeless Victorian styling
Antique Craftsmanship & Hallmarks
Period: Victorian
Estimated Age: Late 19th Century
Metal: Solid 18ct Gold
Assay Office: Chester
Hallmarks: Original Chester assay hallmarks for 18ct gold
Date Letter: Worn and no longer clearly identifiable
Construction: Original antique cluster ring
The Chester hallmark is a particularly appealing feature, providing a tangible connection to the ring's history and British manufacture.
Chester was one of Britain's historic assay offices, and jewellery bearing its hallmark is especially interesting to collectors of antique British gold.
Although the original date letter has become worn, the ring's design and construction are consistent with the late Victorian period, and it is believed to date to approximately the late 1800s.
The original old-cut diamonds are equally noteworthy, retaining the individual character and traditional faceting that distinguish genuine antique jewellery from modern reproductions.
Together, these details make this a particularly charming example of traditional British fine jewellery craftsmanship.
Construction & Setting
Construction: Original Victorian 18ct gold ruby and diamond cluster ring
Central Setting: Traditional claw setting, securely holding the antique cushion-style ruby
Diamond Settings: Individual claw settings, securely holding the surrounding natural old-cut diamonds
Shank: Delicate solid 18ct gold shank, retaining its traditional antique proportions
Hallmarks: Chester assay marks for 18ct gold
Ring Size: UK M
Total Weight: Approximately 1.6 grams
The delicate construction is particularly characteristic of antique jewellery, with the traditional cluster setting providing an elegant display of gemstones without unnecessary bulk.
The ring's beautifully proportioned design makes it particularly attractive worn individually, whether as a traditional dress ring or an unusual antique pinky ring.
Condition
Presented in lovely overall antique condition, retaining its original Victorian character and beautifully arranged gemstones.
The central ruby displays an attractive pinkish-red colour, with its traditional cushion-style cut providing a wonderful focal point within the design.
The surrounding natural old-cut diamonds retain their original antique character and display lovely sparkle throughout.
All gemstone claws have been checked and are secure, with the ruby and diamonds safely held within their traditional settings.
The original Chester hallmarks remain present, although the date letter has become worn and is no longer clearly legible, consistent with the ring's considerable age.
A beautiful original Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring, combining delicate 18ct gold craftsmanship, charming antique gemstones and the wonderful character of a piece believed to date back over a century.
A delightful addition to any antique jewellery collection, offering timeless elegance and genuine Victorian charm.
A beautiful and charming Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring, crafted in solid 18ct gold and featuring a stunning pinkish-red ruby surrounded by sparkling natural old-cut diamonds. Believed to date to the late 1800s, this is a particularly attractive example of original antique jewellery, combining delicate proportions with traditional craftsmanship and beautiful period gemstones.
At the centre sits a lovely ruby, displaying a captivating pinkish-red hue and a beautifully proportioned old cushion-style cut. The gemstone has a wonderful warmth and character, with its attractive colour providing a striking focal point against the surrounding diamonds.
The central ruby is beautifully framed by an elegant cluster of original natural old-cut diamonds, each displaying the distinctive faceting and individual character associated with antique diamond cutting. These charming stones produce delicate flashes of brilliance, complementing the ruby's rich colouring while creating a beautifully balanced traditional cluster design.
The ring retains its original antique construction, with traditional claw settings securely holding each gemstone in place. Its delicate proportions and beautifully arranged cluster give it a particularly refined appearance, making it an attractive choice for those who appreciate understated antique jewellery.
Crafted in solid 18ct gold, the ring bears Chester assay hallmarks, providing a wonderful connection to its British heritage. Although the date letter has become worn and is no longer clearly legible, the ring is believed to date to the late Victorian period, around the late 19th century.
Weighing approximately 1.6 grams and measuring a UK ring size M, this is a beautifully delicate piece, particularly well suited to those seeking an elegant antique pinky or dress ring.
A wonderful example of Victorian fine jewellery, combining the charm of original old-cut diamonds, the beautiful colour of a traditional cushion-style ruby and the enduring appeal of genuine antique craftsmanship.
Key Specifications
Period: Victorian
Estimated Date: Late 1800s
Metal: Solid 18ct Gold
Hallmarks: Hallmarked for 18ct Gold
Assay Office: Chester
Date Letter: Worn, Exact Year Unconfirmed
Main Gemstone: Ruby
Ruby Cut: Antique Cushion-Style Cut
Ruby Colour: Attractive Pinkish-Red
Additional Gemstones: Natural Diamonds
Diamond Cut: Old Cut
Diamond Originality: Original to the Ring
Setting Style: Traditional Cluster
Gemstone Settings: Claw Set
Ring Size: UK M
Total Weight: 1.6 Grams
Style: Victorian Ruby & Diamond Cluster Pinky / Dress Ring
Design Details
Design: A charming Victorian cluster ring featuring a beautifully coloured central ruby surrounded by original natural old-cut diamonds in a traditional antique setting
Central Ruby: A lovely old cushion-style cut ruby displaying an attractive pinkish-red hue, with beautiful colour and individual antique character
Diamonds: Original natural old-cut diamonds, displaying the distinctive faceting and delicate flashes of brilliance associated with traditional Victorian diamond jewellery
Gemstone Arrangement: A classic cluster design, with the central ruby beautifully framed by sparkling diamonds to create an elegant and balanced appearance
Ruby Cut: Traditional cushion-style cut, giving the central gemstone soft, rounded proportions and a charming antique appearance
Diamond Settings: Traditional claw settings, securely holding each original diamond while allowing light to enhance its natural sparkle
Construction: Original antique 18ct gold construction, retaining the traditional craftsmanship and delicate proportions characteristic of Victorian jewellery
Finish: Beautiful warm gold tones, providing an attractive contrast against the pinkish-red ruby and sparkling old-cut diamonds
Overall Appearance: A wonderfully charming and delicate antique ring, combining beautiful gemstone colour, original period diamonds and timeless Victorian styling
Antique Craftsmanship & Hallmarks
Period: Victorian
Estimated Age: Late 19th Century
Metal: Solid 18ct Gold
Assay Office: Chester
Hallmarks: Original Chester assay hallmarks for 18ct gold
Date Letter: Worn and no longer clearly identifiable
Construction: Original antique cluster ring
The Chester hallmark is a particularly appealing feature, providing a tangible connection to the ring's history and British manufacture.
Chester was one of Britain's historic assay offices, and jewellery bearing its hallmark is especially interesting to collectors of antique British gold.
Although the original date letter has become worn, the ring's design and construction are consistent with the late Victorian period, and it is believed to date to approximately the late 1800s.
The original old-cut diamonds are equally noteworthy, retaining the individual character and traditional faceting that distinguish genuine antique jewellery from modern reproductions.
Together, these details make this a particularly charming example of traditional British fine jewellery craftsmanship.
Construction & Setting
Construction: Original Victorian 18ct gold ruby and diamond cluster ring
Central Setting: Traditional claw setting, securely holding the antique cushion-style ruby
Diamond Settings: Individual claw settings, securely holding the surrounding natural old-cut diamonds
Shank: Delicate solid 18ct gold shank, retaining its traditional antique proportions
Hallmarks: Chester assay marks for 18ct gold
Ring Size: UK M
Total Weight: Approximately 1.6 grams
The delicate construction is particularly characteristic of antique jewellery, with the traditional cluster setting providing an elegant display of gemstones without unnecessary bulk.
The ring's beautifully proportioned design makes it particularly attractive worn individually, whether as a traditional dress ring or an unusual antique pinky ring.
Condition
Presented in lovely overall antique condition, retaining its original Victorian character and beautifully arranged gemstones.
The central ruby displays an attractive pinkish-red colour, with its traditional cushion-style cut providing a wonderful focal point within the design.
The surrounding natural old-cut diamonds retain their original antique character and display lovely sparkle throughout.
All gemstone claws have been checked and are secure, with the ruby and diamonds safely held within their traditional settings.
The original Chester hallmarks remain present, although the date letter has become worn and is no longer clearly legible, consistent with the ring's considerable age.
A beautiful original Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring, combining delicate 18ct gold craftsmanship, charming antique gemstones and the wonderful character of a piece believed to date back over a century.
A delightful addition to any antique jewellery collection, offering timeless elegance and genuine Victorian charm.
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