Victorian era 18K gold ruby pearl diamond duchess ring
This charming 19th-century Victorian-era duchess ring features an elegant tiara-inspired design crowned with a vivid pear-shaped red ruby of approximately 0.30ct. Beneath the ruby, the body of the tiara is adorned with two delicate rose-cut diamonds and a luminous white pearl measuring about 6mm in diameter.
The combination of ruby, pearl, and diamond makes this piece especially romantic:
- Ruby symbolizes love and passion
- Pearl represents purity and sincerity
- Diamonds evoke eternity and lasting devotion
About the Duchess Ring (Bague de Duchesse)
Inspired by the graceful tiaras worn by European nobility, the bague de duchesse became a beloved motif in the 19th century. Its miniature coronet shape symbolized refinement, sentiment, and femininity—often given as tokens of affection or to commemorate cherished moments. Today, duchess rings are highly prized among antique jewelry collectors for their rarity, charm, and poetic design.
A sweet, feminine, and deeply romantic piece—a beautiful jewel for any antique ring collection.
The ring is resizable at buyer’s cost, please contact us before passing your order.
Measurements and condition
In overall good antique condition with slight traces of uses & oxidation.
French eagle’s head hallmark for 18K gold.
The central tiara measures 19mm*7mm
Resizable. EU/FR 55.5 – US 7 ¼ —UK O
Weight: 3.8g
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