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The Vintage 1997 Ruby and Opal Boat Ring
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£359.00
Sold January 2026
A boat-shaped, wide head holds a light-coloured opal cabochon flanked by two pinkish-red rubies. The head features ornate scalloped edging to both the top and bottom.
The opal weighs 0.12ct and the estimated total of the rubies is 0.14ct.
This ring is fully hallmarked by the Assay Office of Birmingham for 9ct gold in 1997 and is in good condition with light marks commensurate with age.
Please find the Expert Report, (see the end image in the gallery) for more detailed information.
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The Details
- Era
- Vintage, late 20th century
- Hallmark
- Birmingham, 1997
- Metal
- 9ct Yellow Gold
- Weight
- 2.12g
- Head Size
- Approximately 1.97mm x 2.41mm
- Size
- S — US 9¼ · EU 60.0
- Condition
- Good, light wear to the opal
The Gemstones
Opal:
Estimated opal weight: 0.12ct
Estimated opal colour: White
Estimated opal quality: Fine
Rubies:
Estimated ruby weight: 0.14ct
Estimated ruby colour: Pinkish red
Estimated ruby clarity: Lightly included
Estimated opal weight: 0.12ct
Estimated opal colour: White
Estimated opal quality: Fine
Rubies:
Estimated ruby weight: 0.14ct
Estimated ruby colour: Pinkish red
Estimated ruby clarity: Lightly included
Why We Love It
- Classic boat style
- Beautiful contrast between the opal cabochon and mixed cut rubies
- Perfect to stack with other pieces