1930s 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring

This is a lovely 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold ring. It was made circa 1930s and has been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. set with a wonderful mid blue sapphireBlue is the best-known colour for this gemstone but it can be found in all colours of the spectrum. After diamond, sapphire is the hardest gemstone.
that is most likely from CeylonSri Lankan (Ceylon was the country’s former name until 1972) (Sri Lanka) and weighs over two caratsThe unit of weight for a diamond or other gemstone and also for a pearl. Abbreviated ‘ct’, 1 carat is equal to 0.2 grams. In reference to gold, a unit of purity or fineness of gold and gold alloy, expressed as a number out of 24 parts by weight, e.g. ’24 carat’ signifies pure gold, ’18 carat’ 18/24th gold in the alloy, et cetera.  Also abbreviated as ‘c…. Around it are twelve well matched good white diamonds that weigh just under one caratThe unit of weight for a diamond or other gemstone and also for a pearl. Abbreviated ‘ct’, 1 carat is equal to 0.2 grams. In reference to gold, a unit of purity or fineness of gold and gold alloy, expressed as a number out of 24 parts by weight, e.g. ’24 carat’ signifies pure gold, ’18 carat’ 18/24th gold in the alloy, et cetera.  Also abbreviated as ‘c…. It sits low on the finger so it is a practical ring to wear as an engagement ring.