Antique, Edwardian pink ruby solitaire ring

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Provenance Original to c.1905, this Edwardian solitaire ring is set with a vibrant and lively pink gemstone, weighing 1.78ct and a very charming oval shaped old-cushion cut. This s ynthetic ruby displays an intense and vivid cerise pink and quite literally appears to glow from within. Rubies owe their colour to trace amounts of chromium which causes them to fluoresce when exposed to certain types of light. In some cases their luminescence is so strong that they fluoresce in daylight alone thanks to the UV rays emitted by the sun. This ruby has remarkable clarity despite its large size, making it a fantastic stone. Elegantly claw-set to a refined scalloped collet; to shoulders which are shaped like fleur-de-lis motifs, with ridge detail and scrolling terminals. The shoulders gently taper to a further double ridge to a solid 18ct yellow gold band which comfortably conforms to the finger. The Natural Stones Ruby weight: 1.78ct Ruby size: Length 7.9mm; Width 6.7mm; Depth 4.2mm The Band Metal Composition: 18ct yellow gold The Ring Overall Front Head Dimensions: Length 9.4mm; Width 16mm (including shoulders) Height of Setting: 4.2mm General Wear & Condition Excellent: minor wear commensurate with age. All stones are secure and well set, with no damage to the mount. Professionally polished and carefully inspected by our workshop, ready to wear and enjoy. Unless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount). Show more