A fine and striking 1940s Art Deco influenced sapphire and diamond ring, comprising an emerald cut sapphire of approx 1.7 ct, platinum corner-bezel set between terraces of brilliant-cut diamonds, the 18 ct yellow gold shank engraved "JFAL to MEP, 12.11.45", Q/R, 5.1 g. [The engagement between a Royal Navy officer and a Wren took place at Ceylon]