This appealing mid to late 19th century five-stone ring features white and clear old mine cut diamonds in a fine, handmade 18-carat gold claw setting. 

Some of the stones have been retipped. It’s been well done, so it’s not easily seen even with a 10x loupe. 

This is a common and acceptable practice for jewellery that has been worn. The novice collector should not be put off by minor sympathetic repairs like this which extend the wearable life of a piece. 

In this case the claws are the appropriate thickness and length, so it looks “right”. 

Importantly the gold mount is in very good condition. I like its pretty, hand-engraved scrolled shoulders. 

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• Handmade in 18-carat yellow gold

• Five old mine cut diamonds estimated to total 0.66 carats, graded set as G-H/VS-SI

• Comes with an independent insurance valuation for $5,000

• Size approximately 6 1/2 or M, but easily resized free of charge

• Weight is 2.1 grams

• In excellent antique condition

• Will come in a Karen Deakin gift box (the antique boxes are not included)

I’d be very happy to send more information and images. Layaway available.