{"product_id":"antique-victorian-chester-1891-15ct-yellow-gold-ruby-diamond-ring-size-6-5-m","title":"Antique Victorian Chester 1891 15ct Yellow Gold Ruby \u0026 Diamond Ring Size 6.5 M","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSteeped in history and timeless romance, this exquisite Antique Victorian ring is a truly exceptional survivor from the late 19th century.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeautifully crafted in rich 15ct yellow gold, the ring is Chester hallmarked for the year 1891, placing it firmly within the golden age of Victorian jewellery craftsmanship.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt its heart lies a natural old-cut diamond, glowing with gentle antique fire, lovingly framed by two natural rubies whose deep crimson hue symbolises passion, devotion, and enduring love.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis classic ruby-and-diamond trilogy arrangement was especially favoured during the Victorian era, often chosen to represent past, present, and future — a deeply romantic sentiment that continues to resonate today.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe quality of workmanship is unmistakable. The finely detailed goldwork, elegant proportions, and beautifully balanced setting speak to the skill of a master jeweller working at a time when every piece was painstakingly crafted by hand.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe warm tone of the 15ct gold further enhances the ring’s antique character, a gold purity no longer produced and highly sought after by collectors. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOver 130 years old, this remarkable ring has gracefully endured the passage of time and remains a tangible connection to a bygone era of romance, refinement, and superior artistry. It is not merely a piece of jewellery, but a wearable piece of history — perfect for the discerning collector, a lover of true antiques, or someone seeking a meaningful and utterly unique ring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA rare and romantic Victorian treasure, rich in history, beauty, and soul.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn heirloom-worthy piece to be cherished for generations to come.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e Full Chester hall marks are present.  Chester Assay stamp, '15' \u0026amp; '625', both representing the fine 15ct gold content, and a Chester date stamp for the year 1891.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e Measures as a size 6.5 US or M UK\/AU. The inner diameter of the band measures 16.5mm.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e Weighs 2.20 grams. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e 2 X Natural earth mined rubies and 1 X natural earth mined diamond. All stones have been tested.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e The face of the ring measures 7mm wide, gently tapering to 5mm at the shoulders, and 2.5mm at the base of the shank. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGood preloved antique condition, with some minor signs of wear that are commensurate with age and use.  There is evidence to the band of a previous resize.  All of the stones are set securely, and present in nice condition, with no significant chips or cracks.  Some minor surface wear to the stones is present, visible only upon magnification. The band is round, showing no significant signs of thinning.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51520341967159,"sku":null,"price":1295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/9280\/7479\/files\/57_5c5726cd-e484-4842-b97b-7bb7af8579c8.jpg?v=1767499506","url":"https:\/\/athenaraincollective.com\/products\/antique-victorian-chester-1891-15ct-yellow-gold-ruby-diamond-ring-size-6-5-m","provider":"Athena Rain Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}