A ruby and diamond dress ring. Designed as a stylised bow, the oval-shape ruby collet centre, with old-cut diamond curved sides. Estimated total diamond weight 1.50cts. Weight 10.4gms.
Overall condition fair to good. Surface scratches in keeping with general age and wear. Band slightly out of shape. Band shows evidence of a resize. The ruby is a dark red hue, well saturated, with moderate inclusions, light surface scratches and abrasion to the facet edges. Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment. The diamonds are drawing a slight yellow hue, with small inclusions, some with small chips. Ring size N1/2. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for coloured gemstones. The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin. Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such item into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale. Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition. For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Natalie Craddock at natalie@fellows. co. uk.