Lot 16
An early 20th century platinum diamond and ruby dress ring. The old-cut diamond collet, with...
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Lot 16
An early 20th century platinum diamond and ruby dress ring.
Lot 16
Lot Description
An early 20th century platinum diamond and ruby dress ring. The old-cut diamond collet, with similarly-cut diamond quatrefoil and single-cut diamond surround and calibre-cut ruby spacers. Estimated total diamond weight 1.25cts, principal diamond estimated H-I colour, P1-P2 clarity. Approximate ring size M. Weight 4.9gms.
Postage: Auction Default
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Condition Report
<li>Overall condition good to fair. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Band shows evidence of repair/ resize, solder line and pitting marks visible.
<li>Band has inner bead sizing aids, restricting an accurate obtainable ring size.
<li>Diamonds well matched.
<li>Diamonds fairly bright.<p>
<li>Principal diamond with large, light, surface reaching feathers.
<li>Rubies are well matched, medium red hue, well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.<p>
<li>Rubies are in good condition with minor abrasions.<p>
<li>Diameter of ring head 1.4cms.
<li>Electronically test as platinum.
<li>Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns.
<li>Fellows does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible.
<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<p>
<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>
<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk<p>
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