Petite 18ct gold Old Cut diamond & natural sapphire marquise/ navette Victorian Ring The ring is set with rose cut diamonds and natural sapphires- NATURAL VIVID Blue Sapphires Surrounded by Rose Cut Diamonds Circa approx. 1870-80 18K GOLD - Unmarked but tested Size 6.5 - easily sizable 3mm natural high domed cushion cut blue sapphire securely held with prongs in center 2- approx. 2mm sapphires top and bottom , 2- approx. 2.4mm one on each side 12 x approx. 2 mm diamonds = .24ct. approx. total weight (1/4ct.) primitive cut, open backed, rose cuts all appear original head of the ring that holds the stones approx.18x13mm 1.8 grams EXCELLENT ANTIQUE CONDITION The Victorian era is generally agreed to stretch through the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901). It was a tremendously exciting period when many artistic styles flourished. The beginning of the Victorian era in 1837 also coincided with the beginning of the Romantic Movement, which was a rediscovery of the Renaissance. In the making of the jewelry, goldsmiths took inspiration from medieval and Renaissance models. Antique box not included- for photo only. FREE SHIPPING!
