Lot 448 , A rare Georgian/early Victorian diamond ring, first half 19th century

A rare Georgian/early Victorian diamond ring, first half 19th century, centring on an elongated cushion-shaped diamond in a closed-back setting, to shoulders engraved with foliate scrollwork, mounted in silver and gold, size L
£600-800

Condition:
A very unusual and attractive ring, the flatness of the diamond and its setting making it extremely wearable. The diamond measures approximately 9.7 x 6.0mm, depth of diamond not possible to gauge, total depth of setting 3mm. Clarity grade appears good, approximately VS2-SI1, though edges not visible in mount. Colour grade not possible to tell - closed back setting possibly discolouring it. Overall a very attractive and rare example, gross weight approximately 3 grams.

Sold for £3,200