Baroque cultured pearl, ruby and diamond ring, Sifen Chang

The baroque cultured pearl measuring approximately 21.8 by 13.6 mm., surmounted by a wavy band of 9 heart-shaped cabochon rubies weighing approximately 7.45 carats, completed by small round diamonds weighing approximately 1.00 carat, mounted in 18 karat white gold, size 6,  signed with Chinese characters for Sifen. With signed box.

Pearl has a chip on one side, not noticeable when worn. Nice luster and blemishing typical of this type of pearl. The rubies are a rich medium deep red and are translucent. The diamonds are approximately F-G color and VVS-VS clarity. In good condition. Signed with Chinese characters for Sifen Chang.
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