How do I date an antique ring?

Dating relies on stylistic markers specific to eras such as Art Deco, Edwardian, or Late Victorian, combined with mounting techniques and hallmarks stamped into the metal. Examining the specific cut of the diamonds and the colour profile of the sapphire also offers clear indications of the period of manufacture.

Are these rings suitable for daily wear?

Sapphires possess high natural hardness, making them robust enough for regular wear when mounted securely in durable metals like 18ct gold or platinum. Careful consideration should still be given to delicate antique settings, claw heights, and the presence of softer accompanying stones like natural pearls.

What metals are used in these rings?

Mountings across these pieces utilise 18ct yellow gold, white gold, and platinum, frequently chosen for their strength and ability to hold claw or bezel settings securely. The choice of metal often reflects the prevailing fashion of the ring's period, shifting from yellow gold in Victorian examples to platinum in later Edwardian and Art Deco designs.

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Sapphire Three Stone Ring

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A sapphire three stone ring brings together enduring central gemstones and flanking diamonds in arrangements spanning multiple distinctive twentieth century design periods.