This exquisitely detailed antique 'buttercup' ring is crafted in luxurious 18ct yellow gold and features a vivid pink ruby surrounded by a halo of tiny twinkling old mine cut diamonds. Hallmarked in Chester with a date mark of 1918 this beauty is very collectible too, Chester assay office closed in 1962 so these historical hallmarks are always desirable.
Feminine and exceedingly pretty the front of the ring features a mount cut out in circles that creates the classic 'buttercup' scalloped edge and gently domed face. The sparkling gemstones nestle in a bright cut star setting at the top of the dome. The shoulders feature decorative carved lines and they gently graduate to a D-shaped band at the back.
A stunning gemstone cut and colour combination in bright buttery yellow gold, this ring looks beautiful on the hand. Few things catch the eye like July's birthstone in this hot pink colour, an all round exquisite example of Edwardian elegance and craftsmanship.
~Details~
MATERIALS: 18ct gold
GEMSTONES: Presidium tested and verified, 1 pink ruby, approx 2.5mm diameter. 10 old mine cut diamonds approx. 1mm diameter each.
MEASUREMENTS: 10.35, shoulders 5.95mm. band 2.46mm
RING SIZE: UK M/US 6-1/4 with sizing available for an additional fee (please be aware that if you choose to have the ring re-sized it is considered a customised item and is non-returnable)
HALLMARKS: stamped inside the back of the band 'crown + 18' for !8ct gold, 'wheatsheaves & sword' for Chester, date letter 'S' for 1918 along with a worn makers mark. Also stamped 'crown+18' on the shoulder.
WEIGHT: 2.5 grams
DATE: dated 1918, Edwardian
CONDITION: in very, very good condition showing age appropriate wear and no noted flaws