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Victorian 18ct Gold, Star Ruby & Natural Split Pearl Cluster Ring

750X
40 Admirers Rare Find
Written by Olly Gerrish

A beautiful and unusual ring that was made circa 1880-1900. It has been claw set with a star ruby that is surrounded by small natural split pearls.  A ruby is considered a Star Ruby when a three-point or six-point asterism, or star, appears within the stone. This star is created when tiny fibres of rutile, also known as “silk,” have light reflected off of them in such a way that a star shape is formed. Star rubies are cut into cabochons in order to display the rare star design as effectively as possible as in this example.

The ring itself offsets the ruby with the pretty pierced shoulders and the creamy natural pearls.

 

Ollys Pick

It is hard to show the beautiful star in this ruby but I can assure you that it is sharp and defined.

Item Number
750X
Measurements
Cluster 1.6cm by 1.4cm
Ruby approx weight 3.05 carats
8.9mm by 7.4mm by 4.3mm.
Materials
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks
Unmarked. 18ct gold.
Condition
Very Good
Care Tips
  • Take extra care with soft or brittle gemstones
  • Check delicate settings regularly
  • Take special care of historical jewellery
Discovered
3 months ago
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