A RUBY AND DIAMOND RING, CARTIER

Designed as five series of brik links, centring on a oval ruby and embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Cartier and numbered 611 656, French maker's and assay marks, ring size 15mm with sizing spring, accompanied with a Cartier case (2).

Larger than illustrated, ring size 15mm with sizing clip, engraved 49. The ring shows some normal signs of wear, the central ruby is chipped to the crown and table facet. Signed and numbered Cartier no. 611656, in a fitted Cartier box. French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Accompanied by a Cartier certificate numbered 1484469, stating "We certify that this is authentic Cartier jewelry and that the gold used in its manufacture is 18 K. French assay marks for gold. Total weight approximately 17 grams
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