Burmese Ruby and Diamond Chiseled Bangle Ring in Rose Gold

18Kt rose gold bangle ring (hallmark: owl) chiseled, set in its center with a cabochon ruby ​​weighing approximately 1.60 Cts, supported by two old-fashioned cut diamonds whose total weight is estimated at approximately 0.40 Ct (estimated color I, estimated purity SI).

Ruby accompanied by a Carat Gem Lab certificate, specifying natural Burmese ruby ​​without thermal modifications.

Victorian work, 19th century.

Gross weight: 9.66g
Pattern height: 0.80 cm
Ring size: 55 (diameter 17.50 / US 7.25).

Condition: slight micro scratches and traces of soldering on the gold parts, frosted chiseling, slight trace of resizing, slight wear of the setting, and slight abrasion of the ruby, see photos.

Did you know that ruby ​​is always red? It is part of the corundum family, the blue variety (or any color other than red) of which is called sapphire .

However, there are many shades of red : pigeon blood red, raspberry red, burgundy red, orange red...

The so -called "pigeon's blood" ruby ​​is the most sought after for its intense and deep red. The most beautiful and rare ones come from Burma, from the famous Mogok Valley.

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