Antique Victorian 18ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
Antique Victorian 18ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
18k gold, diamonds 0.03 ct and rubies 0.06 ct
$1,600
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This Victorian ruby ring dates to 1891, placing it in the late Victorian period. Its engraved star-style setting reflects the era’s taste for decorative gold surfaces, sentiment, and personal symbolism. The rubies add colour, while the diamond gives the centre a small point of light.
Ruby carried strong meaning in historical jewellery. GIA explains that ruby has long symbolised passion, power, wealth, and success in love. This gives the ring emotional and historical value, beyond its small scale.
Gem and Material Context
GIA notes that colour has the strongest effect on ruby value. It also describes fine ruby colour as pure, vibrant red to slightly purplish red. Therefore, the ring should lead with its ruby detail, supported by the diamond accent.
The 18ct gold setting gives the ring warmth and period richness. The star-style engraving also adds a strong Victorian visual cue. It makes the ring feel decorative, personal, and historically expressive.
Design Description
This ring is crafted in 18ct gold. It features 2 rubies and 1 diamond. The rubies measure 2.5 × 2.0mm and total 0.03ctw. The diamond measures 2.1mm and weighs 0.03ct.
Ojamie lists the ring weight as 2.3g. The width is 6.6mm, and the size is P 1/2. The 1891 date gives the piece clear late Victorian context.
|15 karat gold grain set diamond and ruby ring.
|The face measures 6.7mm wide and tapers narrower to the back as a half round shank at 2.3mm.
|Stamped S. BROS the crown symbol 18 the anchor and r which represents the date 1891
|Diamonds totaling 0.03 ct
|Two rubies totaling 0.06 ct
GIA’s ruby history guide explains that ruby has long carried meanings of passion, power, wealth, and success in love. This supports the ring’s emotional appeal and its Victorian gemstone symbolism.
GIA’s ruby quality guide explains that colour has the strongest effect on ruby value. Therefore, this ring should highlight its ruby accents, warm 18ct gold, and dated Victorian character.
GIA’s 4Cs guide explains that diamond quality depends on colour, clarity, cut, and carat weight. This helps frame the small diamond as a bright central accent, not the whole story of the ring.
Within Ojamie, this ring belongs beside Antique Jewellery, Antique Rings, and Ruby Jewellery. It suits a collector who wants an 1891 Victorian jewel with ruby colour, diamond detail, and engraved gold character.
If you envision a custom variation—perhaps a gemstone of personal significance, a tailored setting, or a detail only you would notice— we invite you to begin a private consultation with our designers to bring your vision to life.
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