Ring - 18 kt. Yellow gold, Silver Ruby - Diamond
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Victorian 18K yellow gold and silver navette ring with a 4.21 ct natural no-heat ruby (deep red, transparent) surrounded by 22 Old Mine diamonds totalling 4.00 ct; total weight 12.35 g, lab report by Guild Gem Laboratory, model Marchesa.
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Monumental Ring "Marchesa" Vittorian (19th Century) in 18kt Gold and Silver with No Heat 4.21 ct Natural Ruby Certificato and 4.00 ct Old Mine Diamonds
Extraordinary jewelry antique masterpiece: a monumental navette ring (Marchesa model) from the Victorian era, skillfully handcrafted in the second half of the 19th century in yellow gold 18kt and silver. It centers an exceptional and very rare natural ruby from East Africa of 4.21 ct, non-heat treated (No Heat), surrounded by a triumph of Old Mine-cut diamonds totaling approximately 4.00 ct. Supplied with a GUILD GEM Gemological Certificate.
Description of the Lot
This magnificent ring represents the pinnacle of pomp and opulence of high aristocratic jewelry during the Victorian era. The majestic navette-shaped elongated crown (measuring a full 3.4 cm) is entirely handmade according to the era’s noblest techniques: the back mounting and the shank (which gracefully forks over the shoulders) are crafted in solid 18kt yellow gold, while the sumptuous front plate is in silver finely darkened by time to maximize the contrast and fire of the stones.
At the center of the composition shines a monumental natural ruby of 4.21 carats enclosed in a slim yellow gold bezel that enhances its reflections. The gem boasts an incredibly saturated Deep Red color. The complete absence of heat treatment (No Heat) on a stone exceeding the critical 4-carat threshold is an extreme rarity, placing the piece in the category of globally investible assets.
To form a superb frame around the central gem is a geometric-floral cascade composed of substantial natural diamonds in Old Mine cut (totaling 4.00 carats). The diamonds, with their tall profile and unique period facets, emit a warm and vivid light, creating a regal and magnetic contrast with the silver’s darkened surface and the ruby’s velvety red.
Technical and Gemological Specifications
• Type: Monumental ring, Marchesa model / Antique navette
• Historical era: Victorian Era (Second half of the 19th century, circa 1860–1880)
• Precious metal: 18kt yellow gold and silver (fully tested and guaranteed as antique)
• Crown dimensions: 3.40 cm (height) x 2.10 cm (width) – Exceptional stage presence
• Ring size: 14
• French size: 54
• Total weight: 12.35 grams (Massive and solid structure)
• Certification: Supplied with a GUILD GEM Gemological Certificate.
Central Ruby Details:
• Stone: Natural ruby
• Weight: 4.21 ct
• Color: Deep Red
• Treatment: NO HEAT (No heating signs, 100% natural gemstone)
• Ruby origin: Madagascar
Outline Diamond Details:
• Cut: Old Mine (Antique Mine cut)
• Total carat weight: 4.00 ct total (Exceptional for an antique ring)
• Color range: H to J (White with warm antique overtones)
• Clarity range: VS - SI (Excellent brilliance, high transparency with inclusions from minor to small)
It will be shipped in a gift box with tracked and insured delivery.
A certificate of authenticity for the item will be issued, detailing the characteristics of the stones and the gold.
Seller's Story
Top Quality Jewels has been operating in the jewelry industry for over a century.
Art, tradition and competence distinguish our jewels.
Every day we search for period objects, which have lived through the history of the centuries, to arrive at the most modern jewels of our production, in step with the times.
Translated by Google TranslateMonumental Ring "Marchesa" Vittorian (19th Century) in 18kt Gold and Silver with No Heat 4.21 ct Natural Ruby Certificato and 4.00 ct Old Mine Diamonds
Extraordinary jewelry antique masterpiece: a monumental navette ring (Marchesa model) from the Victorian era, skillfully handcrafted in the second half of the 19th century in yellow gold 18kt and silver. It centers an exceptional and very rare natural ruby from East Africa of 4.21 ct, non-heat treated (No Heat), surrounded by a triumph of Old Mine-cut diamonds totaling approximately 4.00 ct. Supplied with a GUILD GEM Gemological Certificate.
Description of the Lot
This magnificent ring represents the pinnacle of pomp and opulence of high aristocratic jewelry during the Victorian era. The majestic navette-shaped elongated crown (measuring a full 3.4 cm) is entirely handmade according to the era’s noblest techniques: the back mounting and the shank (which gracefully forks over the shoulders) are crafted in solid 18kt yellow gold, while the sumptuous front plate is in silver finely darkened by time to maximize the contrast and fire of the stones.
At the center of the composition shines a monumental natural ruby of 4.21 carats enclosed in a slim yellow gold bezel that enhances its reflections. The gem boasts an incredibly saturated Deep Red color. The complete absence of heat treatment (No Heat) on a stone exceeding the critical 4-carat threshold is an extreme rarity, placing the piece in the category of globally investible assets.
To form a superb frame around the central gem is a geometric-floral cascade composed of substantial natural diamonds in Old Mine cut (totaling 4.00 carats). The diamonds, with their tall profile and unique period facets, emit a warm and vivid light, creating a regal and magnetic contrast with the silver’s darkened surface and the ruby’s velvety red.
Technical and Gemological Specifications
• Type: Monumental ring, Marchesa model / Antique navette
• Historical era: Victorian Era (Second half of the 19th century, circa 1860–1880)
• Precious metal: 18kt yellow gold and silver (fully tested and guaranteed as antique)
• Crown dimensions: 3.40 cm (height) x 2.10 cm (width) – Exceptional stage presence
• Ring size: 14
• French size: 54
• Total weight: 12.35 grams (Massive and solid structure)
• Certification: Supplied with a GUILD GEM Gemological Certificate.
Central Ruby Details:
• Stone: Natural ruby
• Weight: 4.21 ct
• Color: Deep Red
• Treatment: NO HEAT (No heating signs, 100% natural gemstone)
• Ruby origin: Madagascar
Outline Diamond Details:
• Cut: Old Mine (Antique Mine cut)
• Total carat weight: 4.00 ct total (Exceptional for an antique ring)
• Color range: H to J (White with warm antique overtones)
• Clarity range: VS - SI (Excellent brilliance, high transparency with inclusions from minor to small)
It will be shipped in a gift box with tracked and insured delivery.
A certificate of authenticity for the item will be issued, detailing the characteristics of the stones and the gold.
Seller's Story
Top Quality Jewels has been operating in the jewelry industry for over a century.
Art, tradition and competence distinguish our jewels.
Every day we search for period objects, which have lived through the history of the centuries, to arrive at the most modern jewels of our production, in step with the times.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Estimated period
1850-1900
Shape of surrounding stones
Cushion
Style
Victorian
No. of main gemstones
1
Lab report number
3110279897
Diamond type of surrounding stones
Natural
Laboratory report
Guild Gem Laboratory
Era
1400-1900
Cutting style of surrounding stones
Old mine cut
Number of diamonds surrounding stones
22
Fineness
18 kt.
Brand jewellery
No
Total carat weight of main stone(s)
4.21
Metal
Silver, Yellow gold
Total carat weight of surrounding stones
4.00
Main stone
Ruby
Colour of main stone
Red
Total weight
12.35 g
Surrounding stones
Diamond
Transparency of main stone
Transparent
Condition
Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear
Gender
Women
Treatment of main stone
No evidence of treatment
Shape of main stone
Cushion
Country of origin of main stone (if certified)
Madagascar
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