Antique, Edwardian Burmese ruby and diamond three-stone engagement ring cocktail

Antique, Edwardian Burmese ruby and diamond three-stone engagement ring cocktailProvenance Original to c. 1915, this exceptional Burmese ruby and old mine cut diamond three stone ring is a very refined example of late Edwardian craftsmanship. Set to centre with an incredible natural, unheated Burmese ruby with a rich red hue. This stone actually hails from the historic Mogok mines, which are famed for producing the most valuable rubies in the world. Flashes of bright crimson red dance within the stone as its turned under light,

Bi-colour gemstones are a particularly good choice for an engagement ring because they are as unique as the love story that inspired the proposal

UK I 1/2 / US 4

stating that the pearl is natural

each of a similar size

With elegantly tapered claws

Hallmarks: marked with hallmarks indicating the ring is 18ct yellow gold and tracing it to London

Total diamond weight: Approximately 1ct

Late 20th century

20cts total

founded in Bristol in 1826

Sapphire approximately 2ct total

light ‘cornflower’ blue weighing 4