Two late 19th century gold diamond and gem-set dress rings. The first designed as an alternating sapphire and diamond line with scalloped sides, the second designed as an diamond and ruby three-stone ring with replacement band. One with hallmarks for Birmingham, 1894. Total weight 6.7gms.

Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.

Diamond and ruby ring with replacement band.

Diamonds fairly bright.

Estimated total diamond weight under 0.10ct.

Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.

Rubies medium pinkish red, fairly well saturated, with fair clarity and typical inclusions.

Sapphires medium blue, fairly well saturated, with fair clarity and typical inclusions.

Stones in fair condition with some abrasion and minor nibbles to the girdle and facet edges.

Ruby facet edges heavily abraded.

Ring sizes Q 1/2 and N 1/2.

Stamped 18.

Ruby and diamond ring with no stamps.

Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.

The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin. Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such item into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.

Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.