Ruby and diamond ring, Van Cleef & Arpels

Set with a cabochon ruby framed with brilliant-cut diamonds, the mount accented with calibré-cut rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered.

Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered N.Y. 5306. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Cabochon ruby measuring approximately 8.31 x 7.00 x 5.92mm, purplish red of medium strong saturation, translucent, with typical inclusions, scratches, nicks and chips. Remaining rubies well matched in colour. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.00 - 2.50 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, few I, as gauged and graded in the mount. Scratches to the metal. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 13 grams.
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