Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1890s

This Victorian era five stone ring features an old cut diamond between two oval-shaped natural royal blue sapphires which total to 0.40 carats. A slightly smaller diamond sits on each shoulder. The diamonds also total 0.45 carat in weight and are estimated to be H in colour and SI in clarity. This late nineteenth century antique ring was designed and handmade in the style of the day with a horizontal row of curving fluted claws tapering to a solid shank.