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Multi-Stone, Diamond, Gold Ring, English, Circa 1972. ...
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$475.00
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Description
Multi-Stone, Diamond, Gold Ring, English, Circa 1972Stones: Full-cut diamond weighing 0.20 carat; round-shaped emeralds weighing a total of approximately 0.40 carat; round-shaped amethyst; round-shaped ruby weighing approximately 0.30 carat; round-shaped sapphire weighing 0.30 carat; round-shaped tourmaline weighing approximately 0.25 carat
Metal: 18k gold
Marked: English hallmarks
Gross Weight: 4.60 grams
Size: 7 (sizeable)
Condition Report*:
Diamonds:
Avg Color: G-H-I
Avg Clarity: VS
Shape(s): Full-Cut
Count: 1 - 25
Colored Gems:
Type(s): Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, and Tourmaline
Shape(s): Round
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good
Metals:
Gold
Overall Condition: Good
Condition Notes: This acrostic ring spells "DEAREST," featuring a sequence of gemstones set from left to right as Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, and Tourmaline. The diamond, positioned at the far left, begins the hidden message. Typically crafted in gold or silver, such rings were cherished during the Georgian and Victorian periods as tokens of affection and devotion, their meanings revealed only to those who understood the code. Some gemstones display the expected abrasions consistent with prior wear.
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Avg Color: G-H-I
Avg Clarity: VS
Shape(s): Full-Cut
Count: 1 - 25
Colored Gems:
Type(s): Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, and Tourmaline
Shape(s): Round
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good
Metals:
Gold
Overall Condition: Good
Condition Notes: This acrostic ring spells "DEAREST," featuring a sequence of gemstones set from left to right as Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, and Tourmaline. The diamond, positioned at the far left, begins the hidden message. Typically crafted in gold or silver, such rings were cherished during the Georgian and Victorian periods as tokens of affection and devotion, their meanings revealed only to those who understood the code. Some gemstones display the expected abrasions consistent with prior wear.
Auction Info
Tuesday Jewel Box Select Auction #172544 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
November, 2025
4th
Tuesday
Internet/Mail Bids: 10
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 70
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