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Period: 19th Century
Antique 14ct Two Colour Gold Victorian Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cluster Ring 14ct Gold Tested Circa 1890 Beautiful, Victorian round cluster ring. The ring features a centre, old European cut diamond & gorgeous cluster of natural diamo...
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European Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique, Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This gorgeous antique ring boasts an oval cabochon turquoise measuring approximately 8.80 x 7.10 x 4.96 mm, surrounded by 14 single cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.70 carat tot...
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Late Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Early Victorian 15kt gold rose - cut diamond ring.
Located in Braintree, GB
Early Victorian 15kt gold rose - cut diamond ring. The ring feature a large rose-cut stone, which is an antique style of gemstone cutting dating back to the 16th century. This cut i...
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold

Old Mine Colombian Emerald Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1850 This antique gold ring features a superb old mine Colombian emerald framed by two rows of seed pearls. The emerald has a vivid bluish green color and excellent sparkle. ...
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Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

1800 2.50 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Antique 18K rose Gold Ruby and Diamond ring. The cluster style ring is centered with an approximately 2.50 carats stunning oval ruby, Thailand origin, accented by an halo of sparkli...
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Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond Silver Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Of marquise form set with old brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 2 carats, to a gold shank. Bezel 2.3 cm by 1.0cm. Finger size: 6 1/2 Weight: 4 gr
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver

Victorian 0.35ct Sapphire and Ruby Double Heart Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This enchanting Victorian double heart crowned ring features a romantic design of two entwined hearts with two beautiful gemstones at their centres, a 0.35 carat ruby and a 0.35 cara...
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Gold Victorian Ring with Pearls and Diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold ring set with four half round, grey pearls set in a clover shape with five old cut diamonds in between and at the heart, decorated with floral engravings and ...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Victorian Purple Star Sapphire Ring, 1890s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
The centre stone of this lovely Victorian ring is a purple star sapphire. The sapphire is natural and a transparent stone with a beautiful star th...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Silver, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Fillagree Diamond Ring Set in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Antique Art Deco Fillagree Diamond Ring set in 14 kt White Gold This one-of-a-kind Antique Fillagree Diamond Ring is crafted in 14 kt White Gold and encrusted with 9 dazzling diamond...
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Art Deco Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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14k Gold

Antique Victorian Garnet and Seed Pearl 15ct Yellow Gold Engraved Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
Full of Early Victorian charm, this 15 carat yellow gold dress ring showcases an absolutely fabulous combination of colourful gemstones and intricate hand carved details. The fabulo...
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English Early Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.31Ct Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.31 carat emerald and 0.98 carat diamond ring in 18 karat yellow gold; part of our antique emerald jewelry c...
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Unknown Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9kt Gold Marquise-Shaped Diamond Ring with Rose-Cut Diamonds (1880s)
Located in Braintree, GB
Victorian 9kt Gold Marquise-Shaped Diamond Ring with Rose-Cut Diamonds (1880s) Description: An elongated marquise-shaped Victorian ring from the 1880s, crafted in 9kt gold. The ring...
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond Navette Ring. This gorgeous navette shield ring has a row of synthetic rubies in the center surrounded by rose c...
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Unknown Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Georgian/Regency Diamond Cluster Ring Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Journey to Georgian Times Magnificent and rare example of Georgian / Regency period Diamond cluster ring, 1800 ca Skillfully hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold and silver portion in th...
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European Georgian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique (Victorian) Snake Shaped Spinel Ring in 9K Rose Gold. Chester, c1885.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
An Antique (Victorian) Double Snake Shaped Spinel Ring featuring 2 natural oval shaped Spinels of fine deep vibrant purple colour of 0.80ct in total (0.40ct each) bearing English ...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Spinel, Rose Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Floral Russian Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique old mine cut diamond 14k gold ring in a floral designe with estimate diamond weight of 1.10 carats in open work style ring was made in moscow 1899.c during the imperial russi...
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Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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14k Gold

Antique Victorian Three Row Garnet Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A victorian garnet ring with brilliant, sparkling cherry color and a pink under glow that the pictures do not capture. I consider reshooting the ...
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American Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Garnet, 14k Gold

Antique 19th Century Rose Cut Diamond 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Antique 19th century ring that leaves speechless for the amazing crafting, 1850 ca, Skilful workmanship of the era, richly detailed at every side, hidden sides are even more intricat...
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European Georgian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Kashmir sapphire and diamond coronet cluster, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Kashmir sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to center with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Kashmir sapphire in an open back claw setting ...
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Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ring 5ctw Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Silver Ø 8.25 US/8.8gr
Located in SE
Old 18th - 19th cent. sparkling beauty with dome of the crown in Silver on 18K Yellow Gold holding 19 rose cut Diamonds. Largest stone in the center is Ø 4.5mm / 0. 4ct , 18 around i...
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European Belle Époque Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Important Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Brooch/Ring
Located in London, GB
An Important Victorian yellow sapphire and diamond brooch/ring, the natural sapphire weighing 31.58 carats, accompanied by GCS Re...
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British Late Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 19th Century Old Mine Diamond Floral Cluster Cocktail Ring Silver Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 19th Century Old Mine-cut diamond floral cluster cocktail ring in silver and yellow gold, Europe, circa 1880s. This antique jewel is modelled as a scalloped flower, with a wide and bold circular design with scalloped borders, this ring features a larger Old Mine-cut diamond in a step-down collet setting surrounded by two rows of 32 similarly-cut pave-set diamonds, all stones in closed-back silver; the closed-back collet attaches to a later D-shape shank in yellow gold with raised shoulders, which can be removed. This dress ring features extremely fiery stones which are ready to sparkle day and night and is sure to make an extraordinary conversation starter! Diamonds: estimated 6.40 carats in total; main diamond estimated 1.20 carats, G/H color (assessed), VS1 clarity (assessed); remaining diamonds estimated 5.20 carats in total. Dimensions: 2.5 x 2.5 cm (collet face-up). Finger Size: 51 (EU) but it could be sized up or down. Gross weight: 12.59g. Finger size: 51 (EU), but could be sized up or down). This item is in good condition, with marks and scratches consistent with general age and wear. Antique, period and vintage pieces, both signed and unsigned, are being offered as worn. Unless otherwise stated, all weights and quality factors have been graded as mounting permitted and using classic gemology and standard gemological equipment and might slightly differ from the assessments provided by other gemologists. Assessments related to period of manufacture or geographic origin of gemstones are expert opinions and may differ from the assessments provided by other professionals. Colors in the pictures/videos might slightly differ from the colors in real life. When certificated stones are being offered, the certificate or report will be mentioned. For additional information or clarification, please get in touch and our in-house team of expert GIA Graduate Gemologists and Registered Appraisers/Valuers will be happy to help. Upon request, every item sold by Espadim 1985...
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Unknown Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A Fine Victorian Colombian emerald and diamond cluster ring, emerald weighing 5.54 carats of Colombian origin accompanied by...
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Antique Amethyst & Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Carved Open Work Navette Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This wonderful cluster ring is a true testament to antique charm and intricate craftsmanship. The rings' focal point is an arrangement of 3 horizontally set rich purple amethysts, w...
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English Late Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burmese Ruby and diamond cluster ring, circa 1890.
Located in London, GB
Burmese Ruby and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with one cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back rubover and...
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Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Antique Ring natural 6ct Amethyst 0.8ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø6US/4gr
Located in SE
Antique Ring in solid 18K Rose Gold and Silver. European, no hallmarks (band and crown tested solid 18K) , hand - made ca. late 19th - early XX century. Crown 20 mm x 17mm x 8mm de...
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European Arts and Crafts Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold

Antique Late Victorian Unheated 3.50 ct Ceylon Sapphire & Rose-Cut Diamond ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This exceptional Late Victorian cluster ring showcases a richly hued, unheated Ceylon sapphire of approximately 3.50 carats, bezel-set in warm 9K yellow gold. Surrounding the central...
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French Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Dutch 14 Karat Gold and Silver Cluster Diamond Ring
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique Victorian (ca. 1900) diamond cluster ring. The ring is made of 14 karat yellow gold and a central rose cut diamond surrounded by small rose cut diamonds (14 diamonds). The...
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Dutch Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique Belle Époque Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The ring shape of the ring head is designed as a pointed oval with wavy edges. Twenty four round Diamonds are monted in a millegrain platinum setting. The platinum top is backed ont...
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American Belle Époque Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

19th Century Antique Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Austro-Hungarian Empire, made between 1867 and 1872. The ring is finely crafted in solid 18K gold. It is centered with a sparkling blue sapphire surrounded by chunky old mine cut di...
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Austrian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

19th Century Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Cluster diamond and yellow gold ring set with old circular cut diamonds (approximately 1,20 ct in total) in silver on gold. Scroll engraved bifurcated gold shank. Size 51, resizeable.
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Late Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Georgian Emerald Diamond Opal Ring 14K Gold Antique, c.1820s
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Georgian Emerald Diamond Opal Ring 14K Gold Antique, c.1820s This rare and highly collectible antique ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow go...
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Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1880s Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique victorian era unuswal large ring head size with rose cut diamond estimate weight of 5 carats in floral design centered with a large rose cut diamond...
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Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Antique Victorian Ruby & Diamond Ring 18K Gold Cluster Navette Design - 1886
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this superb Victorian 18ct gold ruby and diamond navette ring made in Birmingham in 1886 by G.Bro. Distinctly Victorian and distinguished from contemporary pieces, this gorgeous piece presents one central ruby encompassed by a cluster of 16 old-cut diamonds that glisten wonderfully, particularly under natural lighting. The central ruby has an almost 'candy-like' pinkish-red hue that is so endearing. This colour creates a wonderful contrast to the surrounding diamonds which not only accentuates the glamour of the ring but brings your attention to the centre of the ring. Furthermore, the ring itself is wonderfully crafted in antique 18ct gold with fine engravings on the 'shoulders' of the ring and fine claw settings. Overall, a wonderful statement piece with no area left unembellished nor bland - a fine addition to any collection of antique jewellery lovers, whether be it as a special gift or an indulgent treat for yourself. The ring is also exemplary of English antique gold hallmarking...
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Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique 1880s Rose Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique large rose cut diamond 18k gold ring with an estimate diamond weight of 6 carats in full rose cut facets H color white excellent spark with diamond diameters of 6.85mm and 5...
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Georgian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted 18ct yellow gold cluster ring from Victorian era. This piece showcases a single natural pearl at the centre which is surrounded by 10 bright white...
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Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique old mine diamond cluster ring, circa 1890.
Located in London, GB
Antique old mine diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back claw setting with a weight of 1.15...
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Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Flower Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
A natural pearl and diamond cluster ring, the central bouton natural pearl surrounded by nine old brilliant-cut diamonds, estimated to weigh a total of 0.9 carats, set in 18K gold mo...
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British Late Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning cluster ring holds rose cut diamonds set within the platinum setting. The central stone measures approx 40pts and is surrounded by a halo of smaller rose cut diamonds. ...
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique 4.52 carat Amethyst and 0.98 carat Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 4.52 carat amethyst and 0.98 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and silver set dress ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique amethyst cluster ring...
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French Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 3.60 Ct Old Mine Diamond Antique Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Imposing in presence, large cluster of old mine cut Diamonds with a good weight solitaire at center point and surround of more Diamonds with gorgeous Diamond bow sides French import ...
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European Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Diamonds & Pearl Gold Flower-Shaped Ring, Austria, around 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
Antique flower-shaped old brilliant-cut diamond ring with a centered pearl: two old brilliant-cut diamonds on top in a line with a 0.7 cm pearl, estimated to weigh 0.25 ct each (0.5 ...
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Austrian Art Nouveau Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

1.28 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Gold Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond and ruby ring, the ring in the form of a double heart, set with a pear-shaped diamond and a faceted ruby of similar shape, estimated to weigh 0.84 carats and 1.28 carats, to the centre of a diamond cluster surround and ribbon bow surmount, the diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 0.80 carats, all set in platinum to an 18ct yellow gold mount, with fleur-de-lis shoulders and D-section shank, London 2011, by Bentley and Skinner, head measuring 1.8x1.7cm, gross weight 6.7 grams. Finger size N This ring is in excellent condition. This romantic ring was made by Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. It is inspired by Victorian double heart rings...
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 5.90 Ct Natural No Heat Sapphire 2.90 Ct Mine Diamond ring
Located in Napoli, IT
The Glorious Victorian A favourite in the Victorian tradition was fine, natural Sapphire set in a rich Diamond halo When considering Sapphires in terms of rarity, for sure antique, u...
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European Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire

Antique Ruby and 1.42 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.95ct ruby and 1.42 carat diamond, 18 karat rose gold and silver set dress ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique ruby ring...
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Unknown Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Pearl Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Centered by a claw set pearl diameter 7 mm, framed by 9 rose cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.25 cts, to a carved gallery and plain hoop. Mounted in gold.Diameter of the top 17...
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Italian Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 2.30 Ct Old Diamond Cut 14 KT Gold ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare Find This quite extraordinary antique Victorian period ring is the embodiment of beauty during that period time, 1890/1900 ca Glorious Victorian hand craftsmanship of solid 14 k...
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European Late Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Georgian Diamond Rare Navette Cluster Ring 18 KT/Silver
Located in Napoli, IT
This unique Diamond navette ring is 1800/30 ca Gorgeously hand made during the time of solid 18 Kt gold/silveru Charming flat navette shaped head composed by rose cut Diamonds  givin...
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European Georgian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Georgian 1830s 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Pearl Pansy Locket Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Georgian pearl, turquoise, and yellow gold ring, comprising one seed pearl, and 5 turquoise cabochons, in 18 karat yellow gold. This endearing ring is set to the centre with a sh...
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British Georgian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1880s Rose Cut Diamond Russian Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial Russian era rose cut diamond ring in navette style with an estimate diamond weight of 3 carats unfoiled back hall marked 56 imperial Russian gold standard and Moscow...
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Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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14k Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Emerald, Garnet and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique emerald, garnet, pearl, and yellow gold ring, comprising one square shaped emerald, four round cut garnets, and four half pearls, set in 15 karat yellow gold, to a band of...
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Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning old cut diamond cluster ring dating back to the Victorian period. At the centre of the face we find a scintillating arr...
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Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 2.40 Ct Natural Sapphire 1.20 Ct Old Mine Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Quintessential of beauty, Art Nouveau period, Natural sapphire and Diamond ring 1890/1900 ca Hand crafted as unique of solid 18 KT silver topped, sensual design made of oval shape op...
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European Art Nouveau Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Important 19th Century Royal Siam Diamond Cluster Ring Museum-Grade Thai
Located in London, GB
An outstandingly rare mid-19th century royal Siam diamond cluster ring, made by the royal goldsmiths of the court of Bangkok. This is an extremely fine example of the jewellery commissioned and subsequently bestowed by the Kings of Siam, principally to be worn by participants in royal and aristocratic life-cycle ceremonies in the courts of Bangkok. In the mid-19th century, King Mongkut (Rama IV) of Siam also commissioned the courtly jewellers to create a number of faithful replicas of these ceremonial jewels to be offered as gifts to diplomatic families, important visitors and to Heads of State across the world when re-establishing diplomatic relationships. One such example (which is remarkably similar to the present ring) resides in the museum of the Château de Fontainebleau (item F1518C) where it was given as a gift from King Mongkut to Napoléon-III on the important ambassadorial visit of 1861 (see photos for a side by side comparison). Ceremonial Use: During the 19th century, many rings were made every year by the royal jewellers for ceremonial use. Examples of these lavish cluster rings being worn for these life-cycle ceremonies can be seen on old photos and paintings of the Royal Tonsure Ceremony, also known as ‘the cutting of the top-knot’ ceremony, which marked the transition from childhood into adulthood for all of the (many!) sons and daughters of the Siam royal family. The huge expansion in the number of royals in 19th century Siam stemmed from Kings Mongkut (Rama IV) and Chulalongkorn (Rama V) being highly polygamous. They had a joint total of 124 wives and 159 royal children, each requiring their own ceremonial regalia and princely jewels. As a result, Bangkok became home to some incredibly skilled goldsmiths in this period. The Tonsure ceremony was performed by the King, and lasted three days and three nights. All of the royal children would be dressed in the most splendid costumes and adorned with a vast amount of jewels on several parts of the body. Their costumes and jewels differed according to their title and rank. Diamonds for instance, would be bestowed to the highest ranking noble children. The royal children were allowed to keep their regalia and jewels as a present on entering adulthood to indicate their social status among society. Over the years, these royal jewels have been dispersed across the many noble families, with currently only a few important pieces remaining in the royal collection. Today, the number of royals in Thailand is contracting as the country follows the Chinese nobility system whereby with each generation the noble rank of a family decreases by one ranking so that eventually the majority of descendants will lose their noble status completely. This loss of royal privilege, coupled with the dilution of wealth has meant that items such as this ring become available on the open market. Following the end of the absolute monarchy in Thailand in 1932, many members of the royal family relocated to Europe and as a consequence, princely Thai items can occasionally be found in the European art market. Gift Exchange: In Siam culture, great importance is placed on the ancestral process of gift-exchange. During the reign of King Mongkut, close relationships with some powerful countries were cultivated in order to hold the balance of power and to save Siam from being colonised. The King used gift-exchange to establish diplomatic relations with other heads of state around the world, as well as with other kings, princes and sultans closer to home. He sent troupes of ambassadors to England (1857) and France (1861) with seemingly endless amounts of trunks filled with lavish gifts in order to dazzle the heads of state with the extraordinary quality and variety of Siam craftsmanship. These gifts consisted of faithful replicas of the Royal Regalia and objects belonging to the King himself; items and jewellery worn by him on his Tonsure ceremony and on his coronation day. Enormous time and effort was required by the Siam court to assemble these numerous gifts, as they emanated from the very same royal goldsmiths and courtly craftsman who had made the original ceremonial items. The most famous of these ceremonies took place at the Chateau de Fontainebleau in 1861. The painting by Jean-Léon Gérôme that immortalised the event prominently features the most spectacular of these gifts. Among the 150 gifts presented to Napoléon-III by the Siam ambassadors were two diamond-set rings, both of which are on display in the Musée du Chateau de Fontainebleau (item no. F1518C and F1519C). One of these rings is a rose cut diamond cluster and bears a striking resemblance to the ring we are offering. According to Bruley (2011), this ring, presented to Napoleon-III, was a faithful replica of the ring worn by King Mongkut on his own coronation day in 1851, which now resides in the Pavilion of Royal Regalia in Thailand. The Ring: From whichever angle the present ring is viewed, it is a masterpiece of design and a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the Siam royal goldsmiths. The bezel head is composed of two layers, the uppermost, containing the large triangle shaped table-cut diamond, is riveted to the main body of the ring. The second layer of the cluster is set with a further eight rose cut diamonds and this section allows for small rotation, typical of Siam jewellery...
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Thai Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 22k Gold

Victorian 1.80 Ct Certified Purple Ceylon Sapphire 2.0 Ct Diamond Navette ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Subtle Elegance This rare authentic Victorian ring is the emblem of beauty Outstanding navette, elongated shape, boasting the finest Victorian workmanship made during 1880 Focal poin...
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European Victorian Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Shape Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, horse head hallmark. A charming round-shaped antique ring set with antique cushion-cut diamonds, the center one being larger and set with folded claws. ...
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French Napoleon III Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

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White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Square Emerald and Single Cut Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Experience timeless elegance with this beautiful vintage emerald and diamond ring. Crafted with 14k yellow gold, this ring features a square cut emerald weighing approximately 0.80 c...
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Antique 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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