Lot 101
Formerly the property of H.R.H The Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon.
Description
Condition Report
A Belle Epoque platinum and 18ct gold diamond and ruby cluster ring, circa 1893. The marquise-cut diamond, within a calibre-cut ruby surround, to the old-cut diamond bifurcated shoulders and reeded band. Principal diamond estimated weight 1.40cts. Accompanied by red leather folder containing Certificate of Provenance. Later engraved with ownership mark of an initial 'M' beneath the Princess' Coronet. Weight 2.7gms. With associated case. Provenance Christie's, Property from the Collection of Her Royal Highness The Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon, London, Tuesday 13th June 2006, Lot 9 This ring was gifted by H.R.H. The Prince of Wales (later H.M. King Edward VII) to his daughter-in-law, H.R.H. The Duchess of York (later H.M. Queen Mary) on the occasion of her wedding on 6th July 1893
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Overall condition good. Surface scratches in keeping with general wear. Please refer to certificate of provenance for further details. The principal diamond is bright and lively. Estimated I-J colour, VS clarity. Small triangular-shape nick to pavilion. Minor nibbles to rubies, in keeping with age. Ring size J 1/2. The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin.
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