A late Victorian amethyst and diamond cluster ring

A late Victorian amethyst and diamond cluster ring

Description

A late Victorian amethyst and diamond cluster ring, the oval faceted amethyst weighing 25.5 carats surrounded by twenty-eight old European-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 2 carats in total, all claw-set in silver and yellow gold, to gold penwork gallery with scroll decorations, circa 1900, measuring 2.3 x 2.9cm, finger size N, gross weight 13.7 grams.

A bold Victorian and diamond cluster ring. This ring was made in 1900, at the end of the Victorian era, which was also known as the aesthetic period. The amethyst featured in this eye-catching ring has a lovely soft lavender hue, and glimmers romantically in the light. This ring will be the ultimate statement piece paired with a cocktail dress for an evening event.