Medieval Gold And Ruby Ring, Circa 13th century. Gold, 3.40 grams. 22.68 mm. 16.97 mm internal. A beautiful medieval gold finger ring set with a large natural Ruby gemstone (tested). The band of the ring at the base is plain and relatively thick gaged, moving up towards the bezel the sides become decorated with series of nodules along a central rib dividing the band in two. Originally this band of decoration would have been flanked on both sides with black enamel. The bezel is wide and decorated with four scallop or D-shaped depressions that form a quatrefoil with four claws that grasp the ruby setting.This form of decorative ring with central cabochon stone setting is relatively common in the early to middle (High) medieval period, when a focus on the gemstones involved over the metalwork became increasingly common. A number of published examples of similar rings can be seen in British Rings 800-1914(Oman 1974 pp 15-28) who dates them to the period 1100-1300. Ref: Oman C. 1974 British Rings 800-1914 Batsford: London. From the collection of Mr Winchester, an Essex based collector of over 40 years.Note on gemstones: People have treasured gems for many reasons throughout history. Some of these reasons include the use of gems as beautiful decorative ornaments, religious symbols, and amulets or good-luck charms. Gems have also been used for barter and medicinal purposes. For others, gems have been used to display wealth, status, and power. In centuries past, royalty often owned the finest gems. Some of these gems still exist and their histories are a fascinating mix of fact and legend. Take, for example, the Black Prince’s Ruby and the Timur Ruby. Both are set in the Imperial Crown of the British crown jewels. In 1367, England’s Prince Edward, who was known as the Black Prince, helped a Spanish king win a battle. The grateful king gave him a dark red, irregular gemstone (the Black Prince's Ruby). Legend says King Henry V wore the gem in his helmet crown, and that it saved his life by deflecting a blow in the Battle of Agincourt in 1415.
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A Victorian style yellow metal ruby and diamond oval cluster ring, with central rectangular cushion cut stone, size L, gross 4 grams.CONDITION: Shank gauge quite thin at the base. One of the rubies has a chip to the edge of the table and two others have minute nibbles around the table edges. One of the tiny diamonds has a small chip and three others each have a tiny nick to the table edge. Central stone in good order. Central stone 4.8mm by 3.9mm with a depth of 2.85mm.
A white metal, diamond, ruby and sapphire swivelling eternity ring (ruby missing), size K, gross 5 grams.CONDITION: Two of the other rubies are chipped and one of the sapphires is chipped/cracked. All the rubies and sapphire exhibit facet wear. One of the diamonds has two tiny nicks to the table edge. Some wear to the settings.
A LATE VICTORIAN RUBY AND DIAMOND THREE STONE RING, an old mine cut diamond estimated weight 0.10ct, flanked by a cushion cut ruby each side to a tapering flat band, partial hallmark visible for 15ct gold, ring size L, approximate gross weight 3.5 gramsCondition: slight scratches to the stones, overall good condition
A ruby and diamond cluster ring, comprising a central oval mixed cut ruby measuring 11mm x 8mm, claw set to a surround of ten round brilliant cut diamonds, each weighing an estimated 0.25 carats approx. all set in 18ct white gold to a plain polished shank, ring size S, weight 10.3gms For condition information please view this lot on our website HERE.Please note, we do not publish any condition reports on the-saleroom.com, all requested condition reports will be available to view on trevanionanddean.com
An Edwardian untested ruby and seed pearl set pendant, comprising a round mixed cut ruby measuring 6mm diameter, set in yellow metal to a pierced foliate border surround set with seed pearls, suspending a further ruby dropper measuring 6mm x 5mm, applied pad stamped '15CT' to reverse, overall length 5.5cm, set to an 18ct gold curb link chain with spring ring fastener, 41.5cm long, gross weight 8.1gms
A selection of seven gold and yellow metal stick pins, to include a 14ct gold amethyst set example, 6.2cm long, a yellow gold diamond set example, 6.5cm long, a 9ct gold floral example, 5.6cm long, a 9ct gold sapphire set example 5.8cm long, a 9ct rope twist ruby set example, 6cm long, a 9ct gold ruby set knot design example, 6cm long, an an unmarked yellow metal example designed as a leaf set with rubies, 6.2cm long (7)
A sapphire and diamond 18ct white gold pendant, the white gold teardrop shaped pendant set with a pear cut blue sapphire and three small diamonds, 22mm long, set to a 9ct white gold box link chain with lobster claw and spring ring fastener, 50cm long, together with an opal and ruby 9ct gold pendant, 20mm long, and a ruby and diamond 9ct gold pendant 24mm long, gross weight of group 6.6gms (3)
A ruby and opal three-stone ring, comprising a central round mixed cut ruby measuring approx. 4mm diameter, with a round opal cabochon set to each side, all bezel set in yellow metal to twisting shoulders and a plain polished shank, stamped '9ct', ring size O, weight 1.9gms For condition information please view this lot on our website HERE.Please note, we do not publish any condition reports on the-saleroom.com, all requested condition reports will be available to view on trevanionanddean.com
A RUBY BEAD AND GEM-SET SAUTOIR The long cable-link chain accented at intervals with ruby beads, between spectacle-set circular-cut white topaz, suspending a graduated ruby bead tassel, with a pavé-set brilliant-cut diamond cap and onyx border, to an onyx circlet surmount mounted with opposing geometric motifs, set with brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds and an oval-cut ruby centre (Dimensions: Lengths: pendant 8.8cm, chain 91.0cm)(Lengths: pendant 8.8cm, chain 91.0cm)
A RUBY AND DIAMOND THREE-STONE RING The oval-cut ruby, weighing 1.26 carats, between old cushion-shaped diamonds Accompanied by a report from Gemmological Certification Services, stating that the ruby weighing 1.26cts, is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heat treatment. Report no. 80241-51, dated 7th November 2019. (Dimensions: Ring size: K/L)(Ring size: K/L)
A PAIR OF RUBY EARRINGS, BY JOHN DONALD, 1992 Each designed as a curved 18ct gold wirework leaf, accented with a trio of oval-cut rubies, post fittings, UK hallmark, maker's mark JAD (Dimensions: Length: 2.1cm)(Length: 2.1cm)Footnote: John Donald (1928-) In his half-century as a working jeweller John Donald has been feted as an idealist, a pioneering designer, and as a craftsman. Part of a select group who revolutionised jewellery design in the early 1960s, he went on to establish a successful business and an international reputation. His work captures the late twentieth century ideals of glamour and modernity. Born in 1928 John Donald attended art college as a compromise between sport and university. He studied graphic design at Farnham, and in 1952 he was offered the chance to enrol in the Metalwork Department of the Royal College of Art. This change of direction was essentially a pragmatic one, as he was keen to experience London. But he soon discovered an affinity for working with metal that would shape the rest of his life. At college John Donald shared digs in Chelsea with fellow metalwork students Robert Welch and Gerald Benney. All three friends would later become famous for their silver and jewellery designs. However it was several years before he could establish himself as a jeweller. He entered five pieces in the seminal International Exhibition of Modern Jewellery 1890-1961, held at Goldsmiths' Hall, and by 1964 he could number Princess Margaret and the Queen Mother among his patrons. John Donald's designs perfectly caught the mood of freedom and excitement which swept Britain during the 1960s. Using simple materials such as gold rod and uncut crystal, he created expressive, abstract pieces free from the conventions of shape and style which had constrained earlier jewels. He was one of a small group of craftsmen whose radical entries to the International Exhibition ushered in a new era of modern jewellery.
A RUBY, EMERALD AND DIAMOND BROOCH, BY KUTCHINSKY, 1961 Of stylised foliate design, the leaves pavé-set with circular-cut rubies and emeralds and brilliant-cut diamonds, within beaded borders, the curling stem highlighted by brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 carat white and yellow gold, signed Kutchinsky, UK hallmark, maker's mark (Dimensions: Length: 6.5cm)(Length: 6.5cm)
Victorian gold diamond and ruby marquise shaped ring, Chester 1897, single stone old cut diamond ring and a five stone diamond ring bezel set, all 18ct stamped or hallmarked - Condition Report Approx 6.4gm gross, marquise ring missing three diamonds, shank been cut, five stone missing one diamond, single stone diamond loose in setting
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