There is a sculptural clarity to this Victorian sapphire and diamond ring. A calm, oval blue sapphire set at its core, encircled by old mine cut diamonds whose broad facets and open culets lend a lively, unmistakably antique sparkle. The contrast between the sapphire’s stillness and the diamonds’ animated light gives the ring its character; composed yet expressive, refined without rigidity. An oasis amid a sea of sunlight.
 
Crafted in 18ct gold, the sapphire sits deep and saturated, its inky blue heightened by diamonds totalling approximately 0.85 carats. The old mine cut stones catch the light with flashes and depth rather than uniform brilliance, their generous open culets and hand-cut profiles creating the kind of scintillation so prized by lovers of antique jewellery. The palette is classic and enduring: blue against gold, brightened by the warmth and fire of hand-cut diamonds.
 
The ring head measures approximately 18×13 mm and sits low and flat to the finger, offering presence without excess height. Comfortable and well balanced, it feels made to be worn rather than merely admired. A plain gold shank with provides a quiet counterpoint to the intricacy above, allowing the stones and their arrangement to remain the focus.
 
A piece of lasting elegance - tactile, luminous, and entirely at ease with its age.
 
• Era: Victorian
• Materials: 18ct gold, oval-cut blue sapphire, natural old mine cut diamonds (approx. 0.85 ct total)
• Head size: Approx. 18×13 mm
• Ring size: M½, sizeable
• Profile: Sits low and flat to the finger
• Condition: Very good antique condition with gentle, appropriate wear for age