No reserve price - Ring Silver, Gold-plated, 18 kt. Ruby - Emerald - 5.70 kt.

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Unbranded ring in sterling silver plated with 18 karat yellow gold, featuring a central cabochon ruby (2.30 ct) surrounded by 18 emeralds (3.40 ct total) for a total stone weight of about 5.70 ct; ring size IT 17 / FR 57 / US 8; weight 9.40 g; no laboratory report.

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Description from the seller

A sumptuous, finely crafted ring in 925 sterling silver plated with 18 karat yellow gold: a creation with a strong scenic impact, inspired by classic jewelry and floral motifs. The design develops around a harmonious, richly decorated composition, where every element contributes to a refined balance between volume, color, and light.

At the center dominates an oval cabochon-cut ruby of 10x8 millimeters, set with gold prongs that enhance its smooth, domed surface. The gem appears translucent, letting light filter through with a velvety luminosity that enhances the depth of its color. The tone is a vivid magenta red, enriched by intense pinkish nuances that give the gem a unique and refined character.
Under certain natural lighting conditions, the ruby surface shows delicate silky reflections that contribute to the gem’s visual depth. It is a ruby of notable visual presence and charm, capable of combining energy and chromatic delicacy in a perfectly harmonious form. Around the central ruby a crown of smaller rubies of 2 millimeters develops, arranged with precision to create a first luminous circle that intensifies the color of the ring’s heart and amplifies its chromatic richness.
To complete the composition, a second, broader frame of teardrop-shaped emeralds 4x3 millimeters echoes the petals of a stylized flower, imparting movement and three-dimensionality to the whole. The emeralds create a refined contrast with the magenta rubies, producing a rich yet harmonious color contrast. The stem, solid and well-proportioned, bifurcates near the setting, supporting the ring’s substantial head, while the 18-karat yellow gold plating adds warmth and luminosity, highlighting the opulence of the precious stones. A jewel with a decisive character and a strong presence, enhanced by a rich composition and a particularly successful color balance.

The total weight of the stones is about 5.70 carats. The internal diameter of the ring is 18 millimeters, corresponding to the international sizes listed below. Inside the shank is engraved the hallmark with the title Sterling Silver 925.

Sterling 925 plated with 18 kt gold / Hallmark 925
Stones: Rubies, Emeralds
Size: IT-ES 17 / FR 57 / USA 8 / UK P / DE 17,75
Weight: 9.40 grams

Jewelry Evaluation

This ring strikes me mainly for the successful balance between opulence and restraint: although rich and scenographic, it never feels excessive. The chromatic play between the central ruby and the double crown of gems creates a deep, almost layered reading that is best appreciated in person. It is a piece that communicates character, but also a clear understanding of color and composition. Here are the most interesting aspects I noted:

- The cabochon ruby as a conscious choice of character. The decision to use a translucent cabochon ruby, with a hint of flirtation, is the most significant element: it reveals a priority given to expressiveness, materiality, and the gem’s inner life, rather than mere brilliance and ostentation. The stone’s translucence contributes to a soft, tactile visual render.

- The color balance and the relationship between colors. The dialogue between the magenta-red of the ruby, the circle of smaller rubies, and the green of the emeralds is calibrated with great sensitivity. The contrast remains balanced: strong yet harmonious, and the visual reading occurs in levels, not by color competition.

- The concentric-circle construction and the scale of the stones. The dimensional progression of the gems creates a natural outward expansion of the gaze from the center to the outside. The scale of the stones is intelligently studied: the transition 10x8 mm - 2 mm - 4x3 mm creates a natural visual expansion, without breaks or crowding. The arrangement of the gems creates a composed and well-proportioned whole, with a natural visual flow from center to outside.

- The green of the emeralds is not uniform: slight variations in tone give vitality to the floral motif and avoid the flat effect typical of too homogeneous compositions. The fact that the emeralds are not chromatically “flat” adds depth and movement to the floral motif. It’s a detail that often goes unnoticed, but makes the ring alive, organic, avoiding an overly uniform look.

The ring is shipped promptly after purchase via insured express courier. A tracking code will be provided. Careful and professional packaging. Combined shipping available for multiple purchases.

Seller's Story

For about 30 years I have been collecting antique jewels from every corner of the world. These small objects live, breathe, pass down their origins, describe the places they have seen, the historical periods they have lived through. Each has its own life, its own history, but they all have one thing in common: they reflect the soul of those who own them. I can effectively state that a jewel is matter that becomes emotion.
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A sumptuous, finely crafted ring in 925 sterling silver plated with 18 karat yellow gold: a creation with a strong scenic impact, inspired by classic jewelry and floral motifs. The design develops around a harmonious, richly decorated composition, where every element contributes to a refined balance between volume, color, and light.

At the center dominates an oval cabochon-cut ruby of 10x8 millimeters, set with gold prongs that enhance its smooth, domed surface. The gem appears translucent, letting light filter through with a velvety luminosity that enhances the depth of its color. The tone is a vivid magenta red, enriched by intense pinkish nuances that give the gem a unique and refined character.
Under certain natural lighting conditions, the ruby surface shows delicate silky reflections that contribute to the gem’s visual depth. It is a ruby of notable visual presence and charm, capable of combining energy and chromatic delicacy in a perfectly harmonious form. Around the central ruby a crown of smaller rubies of 2 millimeters develops, arranged with precision to create a first luminous circle that intensifies the color of the ring’s heart and amplifies its chromatic richness.
To complete the composition, a second, broader frame of teardrop-shaped emeralds 4x3 millimeters echoes the petals of a stylized flower, imparting movement and three-dimensionality to the whole. The emeralds create a refined contrast with the magenta rubies, producing a rich yet harmonious color contrast. The stem, solid and well-proportioned, bifurcates near the setting, supporting the ring’s substantial head, while the 18-karat yellow gold plating adds warmth and luminosity, highlighting the opulence of the precious stones. A jewel with a decisive character and a strong presence, enhanced by a rich composition and a particularly successful color balance.

The total weight of the stones is about 5.70 carats. The internal diameter of the ring is 18 millimeters, corresponding to the international sizes listed below. Inside the shank is engraved the hallmark with the title Sterling Silver 925.

Sterling 925 plated with 18 kt gold / Hallmark 925
Stones: Rubies, Emeralds
Size: IT-ES 17 / FR 57 / USA 8 / UK P / DE 17,75
Weight: 9.40 grams

Jewelry Evaluation

This ring strikes me mainly for the successful balance between opulence and restraint: although rich and scenographic, it never feels excessive. The chromatic play between the central ruby and the double crown of gems creates a deep, almost layered reading that is best appreciated in person. It is a piece that communicates character, but also a clear understanding of color and composition. Here are the most interesting aspects I noted:

- The cabochon ruby as a conscious choice of character. The decision to use a translucent cabochon ruby, with a hint of flirtation, is the most significant element: it reveals a priority given to expressiveness, materiality, and the gem’s inner life, rather than mere brilliance and ostentation. The stone’s translucence contributes to a soft, tactile visual render.

- The color balance and the relationship between colors. The dialogue between the magenta-red of the ruby, the circle of smaller rubies, and the green of the emeralds is calibrated with great sensitivity. The contrast remains balanced: strong yet harmonious, and the visual reading occurs in levels, not by color competition.

- The concentric-circle construction and the scale of the stones. The dimensional progression of the gems creates a natural outward expansion of the gaze from the center to the outside. The scale of the stones is intelligently studied: the transition 10x8 mm - 2 mm - 4x3 mm creates a natural visual expansion, without breaks or crowding. The arrangement of the gems creates a composed and well-proportioned whole, with a natural visual flow from center to outside.

- The green of the emeralds is not uniform: slight variations in tone give vitality to the floral motif and avoid the flat effect typical of too homogeneous compositions. The fact that the emeralds are not chromatically “flat” adds depth and movement to the floral motif. It’s a detail that often goes unnoticed, but makes the ring alive, organic, avoiding an overly uniform look.

The ring is shipped promptly after purchase via insured express courier. A tracking code will be provided. Careful and professional packaging. Combined shipping available for multiple purchases.

Seller's Story

For about 30 years I have been collecting antique jewels from every corner of the world. These small objects live, breathe, pass down their origins, describe the places they have seen, the historical periods they have lived through. Each has its own life, its own history, but they all have one thing in common: they reflect the soul of those who own them. I can effectively state that a jewel is matter that becomes emotion.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Laboratory report
No laboratory report
No. of main gemstones
1
No. of surrounding gemstones
18
Metal
18 kt., Gold-plated, Silver
Total carat weight of main stone(s)
2.30
Total carat weight of surrounding stones
3.40
Brand jewellery
No
Main stone
Ruby
Total weight
9.4 g
Surrounding stones
Emerald
Condition
As new - unused
Gender
Women
Title additional information
5.70 kt.
Ring size
57 (EU) / 17 (IT) / 8 (US)
ItalyVerified
838
Objects sold
98.59%
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