What materials were typically used in Victorian ruby and diamond rings?

These pieces were commonly crafted using high-karat yellow gold or rose gold, set with natural rubies and hand-cut diamonds held by claw or collet mountings.

How can a Victorian gemstone ring be styled in a modern wardrobe?

Victorian rings can be stacked alongside simple modern gold bands or worn alone as a focal piece to combine historical character with contemporary attire.

How should one clean and maintain an antique ruby ring?

Clean gently using warm water, mild soap, and a soft-bristled brush, avoiding ultrasonic cleaners or harsh chemicals that could compromise gemstone mountings.

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Antique Victorian 3 Stones Ruby and Diamonds Ring, Circa 1880

19th century

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Description

Circa: Victorian, circa 1880

Weight: 3,7gr

Metal: 18kt yellow gold

Condition: Very Good

Stones: 1 Ruby

• Carat: 0.40ct approximately

• Cut: Round

• Origin: Siam, no indication of heating

Others: 2 old mine cut diamonds

• Total carat weight: 0.35ct approximately

Comments: This ravishing ring features one red pinkish ruby of 0.40ct approximately. It has been tested as unheated, from Siam. It is enhanced by two old mine cut diamonds (I/J – SI). The ring is not marked but it was tested as 18kt yellow gold.

Dimensions: Height: 24.94mm / 0.98 in

Length: 21.66 mm / 0.85in

Width/Face: 9.92 mm / 0.39 in

Ring size: 60 – 9 – R ¾

This ring can be resized if needed (don't hesitate to enquire).

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Item ID: 7601

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Heritagem has dated this Victorian Ruby Trilogy Ring to the Victorian era.

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Description

Circa: Victorian, circa 1880

Weight: 3,7gr

Metal: 18kt yellow gold

Condition: Very Good

Stones: 1 Ruby

• Carat: 0.40ct approximately

• Cut: Round

• Origin: Siam, no indication of heating

Others: 2 old mine cut diamonds

fig 1. An antique yellow gold Victorian ring featuring a triple wire shank set with a central red ruby flanked by two bright diamonds. — fig 1. Antique Victorian 3 Stones Ruby and Diamonds Ring, Circa 1880

• Total carat weight: 0.35ct approximately

Comments: This ravishing ring features one red pinkish ruby of 0.40ct approximately. It has been tested as unheated, from Siam. It is enhanced by two old mine cut diamonds (I/J – SI). The ring is not marked but it was tested as 18kt yellow gold.

fig 2. An antique yellow gold Victorian ring featuring a triple wire shank set with a central red ruby flanked by two bright diamonds. — fig 2. Antique Victorian 3 Stones Ruby and Diamonds Ring, Circa 1880

Dimensions: Height: 24.94mm / 0.98 in

Length: 21.66 mm / 0.85in

Width/Face: 9.92 mm / 0.39 in

Ring size: 60 – 9 – R ¾

This ring can be resized if needed (don't hesitate to enquire).

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All our items come with either a gemmological report or a jewellery report with circa and all useful information.

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Item ID: 7601

Date of Manufacture

Heritagem has dated this Victorian Ruby Trilogy Ring to the Victorian era.

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SA795333

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7601

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Popularised during the late nineteenth century, Victorian trilogy rings feature three central gemstones, traditionally symbolising the past, present, and future of a relationship.

Authentic Victorian pieces often feature hand-carved details, hand-cut gemstones, hallmarks from regional assay offices, and subtle signs of wear on gold shanks consistent with age.

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