Mid Century 4.83 Carat Natural Ceylon Pink Sapphire Cluster Ring, circa 1955

A unique and unusual vintage sapphire ring. The sapphire in the centre – certified as natural, unheated and originating from Ceylon (Sri Lanka) – displays a vibrant, glowing and, as far as we have ever seen, distinctive purplish pink. The sapphire is secured by four split claws within a surround that perfectly follows the shape of the stone, and is set with 24 four white and bright eight-cut diamonds. ‘V’ and ‘O’ detailing in the gallery leads to a slim, platinum shank.

Accompanied by a sapphire report from Gemmological Certification Services (GCS) stating the sapphire shows no indication of heating, and is Sri Lankan (Ceylon) in origin.

Cut – Cushion cut sapphire. The diamonds are eight-cuts

Colour – The diamonds are G to H.

Clarity – The sapphire is loupe clean. (The diamonds are VS1 to VS2.)

Carat – The sapphire is 4.83 carat (with a total approximate diamond weight of 0.24 carat.)

Circa – 1955.

Size – M 1/2 (UK) or 6.25 (US). Complimentary sizing is available, can go up or down.

Measurements – The sapphire is 11.93 x 6.91mm. The head of the ring is 14.8 x 9.9mm and sits 6.6mm from the finger.

Metal – Platinum. Tested.