A PLATINUM, DIAMOND AND NATURAL BURMESE RUBY CONVERTIBLE BALLERINA RING OR PENDANT, 1960s, 10% iridium platinum containing one transparent faceted pear shape ruby with a medium-dark to strong purplish to red color stone weighing approximately 1.92 carats surrounded by an almond shape pave of fourteen approximately 2mm round brilliant cut diamonds with a total approximate weight of .45 carat and a VSI clarity grade and F color grade within an undulating "tutu" composed of twenty-eight tapered diamond baguettes with a total approximate weight of 2.10 carats with VS1-VS2 clarity grades and E-F color grades, interior of ring stamped "10% IRID PLAT" and "RING-DANT," to indicated patented mechanism, bale stamped, "14K PATENTED" and "05 PALAIS," total approximate weight: 12.9 grams, size: 6. Note: Accompanying appraisal from March 31, 2022. A copy of the registered bidder's government-issued ID is required and must be on file with the auction gallery before any jewelry, watches, and/or gold is released for shipping.

Some surface wear, small chips to one side of ruby - has some inclusions, but otherwise transparent. All weights and dimensions are to be considered approximate. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS.”