14k Yellow Gold Red Star Sapphire Ruby Harem "Starburst" Ring. 1" & 8g

For sale is a 14k yellow gold ring with natural red star sapphires (also known as star rubies.)  This antique ring is beautifully crafted and so unusual.  The ring features a glorious starburst of star rubies, with six round cabochon rubies forming a halo around a slightly larger central ruby.  Each ruby is a juicy, grape-y shade of purple.  Each ruby glows with vibrant color, and each displays a rayed star in bright sunlight.  In less bright light you will see a ephemeral "asterism" (glow) instead of a rayed star.  These rubies each have natural inclusions, from darker spots inside the stone to irregularities on the surface.   All irregularities are natural, and the gemstones do not have any damage such as cracks or breaks.  Each gemstone is secure in a hand-crafted gold bezel-setting.  The artist has decorated the ring with Bali beads between the gemstones, and small milrope circle on each shoulder.  This ring is similar in style to the harem ring, but its construction and design is more sturdy and well-crafted.  It also has a nice low profile, and sits closer to the finger than most harem rings.  This ring can be worn beautifully by a man or a woman.

The item shows normal wear for a pre-owned piece (light scratches, dings, dents and scuff marks.)   

Ring size:  7

Jeannie