Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Half Hoop Ring German and 15 karat gold backed

and 15 karat gold backed

or substantial enough to be worn on its own

with superb fine openwork to the gallery enhancing the brightness of the stones

with round head intaglio carved with a star and four-petal flower motif

Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Half Hoop Ring German and 15 karat gold backedDATE: Victorian, c. 890 A gorgeous sapphire and diamond half hoop ring dating from the Victorian period, circa 1890. The five oval sapphires ( approx. 3. 72ct total) graduate in size across the head and small rose cut diamonds fill the spaces between each stone. The sapphires display a fabulous colour, with hues of lighter blue which seem to glow from within. It's crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with an exaggerated carved gallery. STONES Natural