Vintage Sapphire 5-Stone Half Hoop Ring Size:5.75 In this instance

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An exceptional antique heart pendant by Cartier Paris

and feature central ruby cabochons surrounded by a halo of white diamonds

Vintage Sapphire 5-Stone Half Hoop Ring Size:5.75 In this instanceDATE: Vintage, c. 1960 Beautifully worked carved half hoop ring with intricate scrolled engraving to the gallery and shoulders, and home to five natural blue sapphires. It dates from the 1960s, the techniques used to fabricate these rings having been passed down from jeweller to apprentice since they were first designed in the 1860s. This one's crafted in 9k gold, and home to a gorgeous collection of blues sapphires. STONES Natural Blue Sapphire