Ruby daisy ring surrounded by diamonds

Daisy ring in 18kt yellow gold (hallmark: eagle's head), decorated in its center with a ruby ​​weighing approximately 1.00 Ct (probable origin: Siam), in a double entourage of brilliant-cut diamonds, the total weight of which is estimated at approximately 1.00 Ct (estimated color G, clarity VS). Vintage French work. Gross weight: 4.60g Pattern height: 1.50 cm Pattern width: 1.40 cm Ring size: 54 (diameter 17.25 / US 6.75). Condition: slight micro scratches on the gold parts, and slight abrasion of the ruby, see photos. Did you know that ruby ​​is always red? It is part of the corundum family, whose blue variety (or any color other than red) is called sapphire. However, there are many shades of red : pigeon blood red, raspberry red, burgundy red, orange red... It is the chemical element chromium that gives it its most beautiful red! All our engagement rings.