Tudor Gold Ring with Diamond Crystal. 16th-17th century A.D. A gold ring with D-section hoop, scrolled shoulders and cushion bezel, chased work to reverse and on the shoulders, an architectural setting holding a polished diamond crystal. 4.40 grams, 26.85mm overall, 15.72mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9) (1 in.) From the late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister; from her collection formed early 1960s-1990s. Accompanied by scholarly note TL05423 by Dr Ronald Bonewitz. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate no.11184-186445. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]

Very fine condition, some restoration.