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Victorian 0.60 Carat Mogok Ruby & Diamond Ring, Circa 1880
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
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Victorian 0.60 Carat Mogok Ruby & Diamond Ring, Circa 1880

19th century
Description

A truly beautiful Victorian ruby ring. The centre stone - certified as natural, unheated and originating from the mines of Mogok in Burma - is an electric, bright, slightly purplish red. The stone is set in silver within a surround of 12 eight-cut and Swiss-cut diamonds (also in silver), above a 14k yellow gold gallery, leading to a slender 14k yellow gold shank.

Accompanied by an independent jewellery report from WGI.

Cut:  Oval cut ruby. The diamonds are single cut and Swiss cuts.

Colour:  The diamonds range from J to L.

Clarity:  The ruby is moderately included (eye-clean). The diamonds range from SI1 to SI2.

Carat:  The ruby is approximately 0.60 carat, with a total approximate diamond weight of 0.20 carat.

Circa:  1880.

Size:  O (UK) or 7 (US). Free sizing available.

Measurements:  The ruby is approximately 5.70 x 5.27mm. The head of the ring is 14.9 x 10.9mm and sits 4.7mm from the finger.

Weight:  3.23 grams.

Metal:  14k yellow gold and silver. Tested with a Niton DXL Precious Metal Analyzer.

Video: To view videos of this ring recored in daylight, please copy / paste the following link into your browser: https://gatsbyjewellery.co.uk/products/victorian-0-60-carat-mogok-ruby-diamond-ring-circa-1880

Item # 129614S432

Declaration

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this Victorian Ruby Diamond Ring to the 1880s.

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SA1217327
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129614S432
Description
A truly beautiful Victorian ruby ring.
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The centre stone - certified as natural, unheated and originating from the mines of Mogok in Burma - is an electric, bright, slightly purplish red.
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

The stone is set in silver within a surround of 12 eight-cut and Swiss-cut diamonds (also in silver), above a 14k yellow gold gallery, leading to a slender 14k yellow gold shank.

fig 1. A Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring featuring an oval red central ruby encased by old-cut diamonds on a yellow gold band.
fig 1. Victorian 0.60 Carat Mogok Ruby & Diamond Ring, Circa 1880

Accompanied by an independent jewellery report from WGI.

Cut:  Oval cut ruby. The diamonds are single cut and Swiss cuts.

Colour:  The diamonds range from J to L.

Clarity:  The ruby is moderately included (eye-clean). The diamonds range from SI1 to SI2.

fig 2. A Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring featuring an oval red central ruby encased by old-cut diamonds on a yellow gold band.
fig 2. Victorian 0.60 Carat Mogok Ruby & Diamond Ring, Circa 1880

Carat:  The ruby is approximately 0.60 carat, with a total approximate diamond weight of 0.20 carat.

Circa:  1880.

Size:  O (UK) or 7 (US). Free sizing available.

Measurements:  The ruby is approximately 5.70 x 5.27mm. The head of the ring is 14.9 x 10.9mm and sits 4.7mm from the finger.

fig 3. A Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring featuring an oval red central ruby encased by old-cut diamonds on a yellow gold band.
fig 3. Victorian 0.60 Carat Mogok Ruby & Diamond Ring, Circa 1880

Weight:  3.23 grams.

Metal:  14k yellow gold and silver. Tested with a Niton DXL Precious Metal Analyzer.

Video: To view videos of this ring recored in daylight, please copy / paste the following link into your browser: https://gatsbyjewellery.co.uk/products/victorian-0-60-carat-mogok-ruby-diamond-ring-circa-1880

Item # 129614S432

Date of Manufacture

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this Victorian Ruby Diamond Ring to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217327
Dealers Internal Ref
129614S432
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Archive I A Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring featuring an oval red central ruby encased by old-cut diamonds on a yellow gold band.

Victorian 0.60 Carat Mogok Ruby & Diamond Ring, circa 1880

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Victorian 0.60 Carat Mogok Ruby & Diamond Ring, circa 1880
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Rings from the late Victorian period often featured cluster or halo settings designed to accentuate a central coloured gemstone with surrounding old-cut diamonds. Craftsmanship of this era frequently combined yellow gold bands with silver-topped settings to maximise diamond brightness.

These rings were commonly crafted with 18-carat or 15-carat yellow gold bands, featuring gem-quality natural rubies and old mine or rose-cut diamonds. Settings for white stones were often layered with silver on top of gold prior to the widespread use of platinum.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-cut gemstones such as old-mine diamonds, along with silver-topped gold settings and slight hand-carved variations on the shoulders. Markings, wear patterns consistent with age, and non-uniform gem faceting also indicate authenticity.

An antique cluster ring serves as a focal statement piece when worn alone on the hand or paired with minimal contemporary gold bands. Stacking it with sleek modern rings creates a contrast between historical metalwork and clean modern lines.

Clean gently using warm water, mild soap, and a soft-bristled brush, taking care around delicate silver-topped claws. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals, which can damage silver patina or compromise historic stone settings.
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