An Antique 18ct Gold Pink Ruby & Diamond Chequerboard Ring

A divine and considerably difficult to find antique English 18ct yellow gold ruby and diamond ring dating to the late Victoria or early Edwardian era. The design features a low-set band, two alternating rows of small round rubies of deep pink hue and natural diamonds in a combination of cuts including "old cut". Each stone is individually claw set, with a fine gold rail separating the rows, flowing to elegantly shaped fancy shoulders and a smooth, polished band.

The hallmarks are visible, although not entirely legible. There appears to be a date letter consisting of an uppercase ‘O’ within a canted rectangular shield.

Condition: Excellent overall condition. Recently inspected by our jeweller to ensure all stones are secure in their settings. Lightly cleaned and polished. The band has become slightly out of round; however, this is not considered detrimental. Encouragingly, it shows no substantial thinning. XRF tested as 18ct gold.

Ring Size: N½ (17.1mm internal ring diameter)
Total Weight: 3.8 grams