Edwardian Diamond & Ruby Ring

Dating to circa 1910, this 18KT yellow gold ring features three graduated rubies alternating with two old-cut diamonds in a traditional five-stone arrangement. The gemstones are held in an openwork gallery of gracefully curved gold settings, allowing light to enter from beneath. Engraved scrollwork decorates the shoulders, which taper into a polished gold shank. The ring is approximately a size 6.5. Five-stone rings were particularly popular during the Victorian and Edwardian periods, often given as sentimental gifts to commemorate important occasions. The alternating rubies and diamonds create a pleasing rhythm of color and light, while the openwork gold setting adds an architectural element to this early 20th-century design.