Description
Antique late Victorian 18ct gold sapphire & diamond cluster ring, c1901. Stunning late Victorian ring. A central round cut sapphire surrounded by a halo of old cut diamonds in a cluster setting. All stones are claw set on a 18ct gold shank. The sapphire being 0.25ct approximately. Marked 18ct & makers mark "JS". With gift box.
 
Significant events 1895-1905
1895 Rudolph Diesel patents the diesel engine in Germany.
1901 Queen Victoria dies at age 81.
1905 Empire Day is first celebrated in Australia. 
 
Maker
JS
 
Date
c1901
 
Weight
2.51 grams
 
Size
UK: K 1/2
US: 5 1/2
 
 
Condition.
 Excellent condition with light surface marks that are consistent with genuine age, use & polishing.