Edwardian 0.60ct Diamond and Ruby Target Ring, c.1910s

Dating back to the Edwardian era, this unique target style ring features a stunning display of old cut diamonds and baguette cut rubies. At its centre sits a trio of diamonds sat vertically. The largest is at the centre weighing 0.10 carat whilst the above and below are 0.07 carat each. Surrounding the central trio, an unbroken row of rubies, totalling 0.54 carat, are expertly channel set with both platinum and 18 carat yellow gold, for wonderful contrast. Completing the rectangular target style a final halo of diamonds are claw set around the edge totalling 0.36 carat with each stone claw set into platinum. The diamonds all range in colour from G to H and match in clarity at SI. The platinum head is sat upon a basket and band of 18 carat yellow gold with split shoulders adding further intricate design work to this beautiful piece.