The highly desirable North Star ring. This is the first time I’ve seen one with star rays interchanged by flower petals. Right front and star center is a single old cut diamond alongside two natural rubies on either side. The diamond has such a large gaping culet (the bottom tip of the diamond’s facet) giving it a wide eyed open look. The setting surrounding it truly looks frosted and magical.
At the outside on the shank of the ring is a historic repair, possibly lead. I find it amusing that (to me) it looks like the shape of a playful cat. A centering ring, hoping to find her new owner that appreciates flowers and antique celestial representation.
Specification
Ring size 7.5 (slightly elongated in shape, may fit slightly larger)
18k, hallmark and tested. A rare Chester hallmark and a worn maker’s mark.
Victorian era – 1884 (a crooked and worn letter A)
9.09mm head tapering to 2.34mm on the back of the shank
3.20 grams
Estimated 0.10 carat of single old cut diamond
2 natural rubies (no detection of heat treatment)
Care
Basic
Clean
Basic
Condition
The back of the shank has a historic repair, possibly lead. This is not in contact with the skin and is consistent with the age of the ring. Please make sure that small children do not mouth at this ring (honestly advice I would give for all jewelry!).
