DIAMOND AND RUBY RING - Lot 4

DIAMOND AND RUBY RING Ring in 750-th yellow gold and 850-th platinum, set with three round old-cut diamonds in a prong setting, surrounded by an oval band of calibrated rubies, accented by a second band of old-cut diamonds. Openwork setting with scrollwork decoration; the shoulders are set with a ruby and a diamond. Gross weight: 9.8 g. Ring size: 49. Note: This Belle Époque-inspired ring features a refined composition characteristic of designs from the first quarter of the 20th century. The combination of old-cut diamonds and calibrated rubies lends the piece a timeless elegance, while the openwork on the shank attests to meticulous craftsmanship. The main diamonds appear to be of a fine caliber, with the center diamond being the largest.