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Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this piece to the 1870s.
Next, the extraordinary foliate detailing on the shank. Also, the warm rose gold. And then, the detailed triple groove on the band.
Put simply, a work of art.
Cut - Cabochon Emerald and Rose Cut Diamonds.
Colour - Diamonds are H colour. Emerald is rich and verdant.
Clarity - Diamonds are SI. The emerald, like most emeralds, has a number of inclusions. The photos here deliberately over emphasise the stone's internal "garden."
Carat - The emerald is approximately 1.75 carat. The estimated diamond weight is 1.20 carat.
Circa - 1870.
Condition - Excellent. A band of white gold has been added on the inside the band; a common sizing technique before the advent of laser technology.
Size - Currently O (UK) or 7 (US). Complementary sizing is available, can be sized up or down. Please contact us about sizing first, as there is a limit to how much this ring can be adjusted.
Measurements - The head of the ring measures 20mm by 12mm and sits 7mm from the finger.
Metal - Unmarked but tests as 18k Gold
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this piece to the 1870s.
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Victorian Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Ring, French, Circa 1870
