Vintage, 1940s ruby and diamond cluster engagement ring sri-lankan

Vintage, 1940s ruby and diamond cluster engagement ring sri-lankanProvenance This sweet ruby and diamond cluster ring was likely made during the 1940s. Set to centre with a natural ruby with a vibrant cerise pink hue and exceptional clarity. There is a pleasing depth to the colour of this ruby and it catches the light beautifully when worn on the hand. Claw set in an open back setting. Surrounded by an elongated cluster design of ten round transition cut diamonds also claw set in platinum. The transition cut was the

Hallmarks: marked 18ct indicating 18ct white gold

The pleasingly deep proportions and remarkable clarity of these stones have an almost liquid effect

Surrounded by a triple cluster of smaller cushion old-mine diamonds each with its own unique proportions and facet arrangements - each has its own twinkle

“ A beautiful plum purple hue

The zircon is accompanied by a gemological certificate

The natural diamonds have been perfectly matched in colour and clarity

Tourmaline size: Length 11mm

The design of this ring resembles a fleur-de-lys motif or tiara

Total opal weight: 1

Hallmarks: Marked with the date '1769' Further marked with indistinct maker's mark

Front Head Dimensions: Length 16mm

Hallmarks: marked with hallmarks dating ring to 1900 and indicating 18ct yellow gold