Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond Checkerboard Cluster Ring Dated 1888 Period_Vintage

Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond Checkerboard Cluster Ring Dated 1888 Period_VintageA striking antique Victorian ruby diamond checkerboard ring, made in Birmingham in 1888. The ring is fashioned in 18ct yellow gold and set with an alternating cluster of sparkling old mine cut diamonds and cherry pink rubies, weighing between 0. 06 0. 08ct (approx. 0. 36ct of each). Ruby is the birthstone of July and has long been associated with the heart due to its fiery pink red colouring which is symbolic of passion. Its said to bring good fortune

meaning “faith

A sweet antique Victorian heart pendant from the late 19th Century fashioned in silver and gilded in 18ct yellow gold

STONES: Sapphire (4 x 5mm

The Arts and Crafts movement advocated a revival of traditional handicrafts in the early 20th Century and used romantic

and wisdom to the wearer

Johnson & Son Ltd” signed under the lid

The largest weigh approx

largest 10 x 13mm - 5ct

Each is stamped with a sterling lion mark and gilded in a bright 18ct yellow gold

ITEM NUMBER: AJ129

symbolising everlasting love

(Dated 1903)