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Lot 40

AN ANTIQUE OPAL AND RUBY RING

in 18ct gold, set with three graduated opals, accented by four round cut rubies, stamped 'H.W.LD', partial British hallmark for Birmingham 1857, UK size N / Eu size 53.5, (gross weight - c.2.8g), accompanied by a period box

Condition Report: click here
Estimate: £200 - £300
Hammer price: £240
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.

The ring is in good condition with no signs of damage or heavy wear. The opals are in good condition with no signs of chips or heavy abrasions. All have a good play of colour, exhibiting mostly yellowish greens and oranges. All secure in their settings. All claws present and in good condition. All rubies are present and in good condition with no signs of chips or abrasions. All secure in their settings. All match well in colour and saturation and all bright and lively. The ring appears to have been resized at some point. Hallmark is obscured by resizing job. Solder mark visible under close inspection. The gold has no signs of heavy scratches.  

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