A late 19th century untested split pearl and ruby set ring, the lozenge shape panel set with four oval mixed cut rubies and fifteen half seed pearls, all set in yellow metal, the shank stamped '18ct', ring size M, weight approx 8g

Condition Report

Cluster measures approx 19mm x 13.5mm, one split pearl (located at point of one end of lozenge) with numerous cracks, some slight abrasion and wear to some split pearls and the rubies, wear to claws, general wear but no significant visible damage, refer to images

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