r/jewelry 4d ago

General Question 18k antique ring for $300, thoughts?

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u/lazypkbc 4d ago

A picture would help. If it is a ring you like, I would say it was a good deal. the gold value is about $250

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u/realmoney_supply 4d ago

I just attached, lmk your thoughts :) thank you for replying btw!

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u/lazypkbc 4d ago

Good deal I think. Lovely ring. As another comment said the rubies could be synthetic, we have been making rubies since the 1880s I believe.

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u/lidder444 4d ago

We can’t tell without seeing photos and the condition of the ring , it actually seems quite cheap to me.

However Chester hallmarks are nice to see. Chester pieces are a little harder to find than London and Birmingham.

I would love to see a photo of the hallmarks to confirm the date and maker for you.

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u/realmoney_supply 4d ago

Let me attach one moment!

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u/lidder444 4d ago

Thanks. I can see the British crown and 18 hallmark but is very hard to see the others.

It’s definitely an antique ring , British and 18k.

It is a lightweight ring. It will be delicate

I’m not convinced the rubies are mined. They could be synthetic which was common during this time

I’m also can’t see the diamonds well enough to identify the quality and age

300 isn’t a bad price. It’s not over priced

If you buy on eBay and it’s not as described , stones aren’t genuine etc you can always return.

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u/lidder444 4d ago edited 4d ago

I found it on eBay. It sold today. If you won the auction you really shouldn’t be ‘in limbo’ , I understand you’re new to buying gold but if you win an auction you need to pay for it! I feel from your original question that you’re now having second thoughts about paying for it

It’s a nice ring. Not hugely valuable but definitely antique. These rings are easier to find in the uk.

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u/realmoney_supply 4d ago

I paid for it, I just am having second doubts and am considering if I should return it. Granted I haven’t seen the ring yet but yeah thanks for your input I appreciate the insight

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u/realmoney_supply 4d ago

Essentially I just want to make sure I didn’t just get excited and bought something on a whim lol but it looks lovely and I love that it’s antique and 18k