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Antique diamond snake ring made in 1890 set with mine cut diamonds.
The snake design in jewellery goes as far back as Roman times and was popularised during the Victorian era when Prince Albert presented Queen Victoria and engagement ring designed as snake set with rubies, emeralds and diamonds, and here is a lovely antique diamond snake ring made in 1890 set with mine cut diamonds. Made in 18 carat yellow gold, the high polish finish to the ring will allow this ring to easily be worn with other antique jewellery as well as modern contemporary jewellery and fit right in. Measuring 10.2mm wide at the centre, it tapers down to 4.2mm wide at the back and sits so comfortably on the finger. Each head of the snake is set with a genuine antique mine cut diamond which was the predecessor to the European cut diamond, and these two diamonds total 0.20 carats in weight and add the right amount of sparkle to the ring. With a design that is steeped in history, this Victorian era antique snake ring is so beautiful and will always be a wonderful conversation starter. Stock# ES8789 Hallmarked: London 1890 $3,200
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Beautifully hand engraved wedding band made in 1908
Here is such a beautiful wedding band that showcases the quality and beauty of hand engraving over machine engraving and is as exquisite today as when it was made in 1908. The time needed to engrave all of this by hand would have been immense and has such a tactile feel to it. Made in 9 carat rose gold, the colour also has that lovely warm tone to it that looks even better as it achieves such a lovely patina. Measuring 6.4mm wide, it is currently a size "O", this ring can be resized a small degree and if it is needed to be altered, just call or email us with your finger size and we can let you know if it is possible. This is wide this is a great wedding band for a gent or for a woman who just wants one wide ring with a difference. Stock# ES8782 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1908 $1,450
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18 carat antique pearl and diamond cluster ring made in the 1870’s
Jewellery made in the Victorian period of the 19th Century is so charming and full of character, and this can be seen here is this very beautiful antique pearl and diamond cluster ring made in the 1870's. Hand made in 18 carat yellow gold in the centre is a European cut diamond that measures 0.08 carats and is surrounded by eight natural pearls in a traditional cluster design. This cluster section measures 10mm in diameter and then the shoulders are just as beautiful as the top. With a beautiful split design that is hand carved, this adds so much more charm and character to the ring showing how much attention to detail went into making this ring. Perfect for any finger, this antique pearl and diamond ring is just divine. Stock# ES8848 Circa: 1870 $3,600
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Antique sapphire and diamond engagement ring made in 1912
Here is a very beautiful 18 carat antique sapphire and diamond ring made in 1912 that would suit any finger including making a wonderful engagement ring to wear with pride. So elegant in its design, it is set with three natural sapphires that total 2.68 carats and are all beautifully matched in colour and transparency. The blue colour that they all display is just perfect and look even more amazing in the natural sunlight. And then instead of being set with one diamond between each sapphire, there are actually two making this more unique and beautiful. These antique European cut diamonds total 0.32 carats and capture the light beautifully and highlight the sapphires even further and have all the charm of being genuine antique diamonds that were cut by hand all those years ago. Measuring 6.8mm wide at the centre by 18.9mm across, this is such a lovely example of a genuine antique sapphire and diamond ring in a timeless and elegant design. Stock# ES8851 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1912 $6,950
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Antique Georgian turquoise and pearl ring made in the early 1800’s
Here is a truly amazing genuine antique Georgian turquoise and pearl ring that was made in the early 1800's and looks and feels amazing on the finger. Incredible to think that this ring is over 200 years old, it was hand made in 18 carat gold and set with a border of natural pearls surrounding a lock of plaited hair protected under a piece of carved rock crystal. Rock crystal was often used during this time thanks to it of course being clear, but also its hardness making it very durable for a ring. Set on each side is a row of natural turquoise that elevates this ring even further by adding some more colour to the ring as well as highlighting the exquisite hand engraving that goes down each side. Measuring 11.6mm by 19.1mm wide, this is a truly fabulous antique ring that will always be such a wonderful conversation starter as well as always getting the attention and admiration that it so rightly deserves. Stock# ES8849 Circa: 1800 $2,850
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Murrle, Bennett & Co amethyst and pearl ring made in 15 carat gold
Murrle, Bennett & Co was founded in 1884 by the Englishman Mr Bennett and German Mr Mürrle and quickly became very successful as the embraced and made jewellery in the highly sought after and now collectable Art Nouveau period, and here is a very elegant antique amethyst and pearl ring that was made in 15 carat gold by the company in the early 1900's. Set with a beautiful marquise shaped amethyst, the amethyst and the rose gold setting compliment each other perfectly and all of this is then highlighted by the border of twenty four natural seed pearls. The lozenge shape of the ring measures 21.6mm by 10.8mm across, and accentuates the finger so well making this a ring that will always be admired and loved. The elegant design works perfectly for any occasion and the band has a lovely triple design that compliments the ring even further. Absolutely perfect for any event, this antique ring is as beautiful today as when it was made. Stock# ES8727 Maker: Murrle, Bennett & Co Circa: 1910 $2950
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Antique double snake ring set with European cut diamonds
The snake motif is often seen in jewellery that goes as far back as Roman times and represented eternal love. Queen Victoria’s own engagement ring was a snake ring set with rubies, emeralds and diamonds, and as she was so influential in fashion and design in the 19th century, she would have no doubt influenced other people to wear snake rings, even after her death, and here is a very smooth and tactile antique double snake ring set European cut diamonds. Hand made in 18 carat yellow gold in 1918, the entwined snakes look and feel so smooth making this ring so incredibly comfortable to wear all the time. Measuring 12.7mm wide at the top, it tapers down to 5.3mm wide at the back and is set with two European cut diamonds that total 0.08 carats and add an elegant sparkle to the ring without going overboard. With a design that is steeped in history, this antique double snake ring will always be such a wonderful conversation starter. Stock# ES8720 Hallmarked: Chester 1918 $3,450
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Antique ruby and diamond ring made in Birmingham in 1891
This beautiful antique ruby and diamond ring was hand made made in Birmingham in 1891 in 18 carat yellow gold in such a beautiful and elegant design that looks so elegant on the hand and is set with the most beautiful coloured natural rubies that are highlighted by genuine antique cut diamonds. Dating from the late Victorian era, the ring is set with five rubies that are all beautifully matched in colour having a strong red colour combined with excellent transparency allowing you to see right through each ruby. The rubies total 0.78 carats in weight and have such a vibrant colour that is further emphasized by being surrounded by diamonds. The 18 diamonds surrounding the rubies are the lovely antique European cut diamonds and these come together to total 0.45 carats and ass the right amount of sparkle and pizazz to an already very beautiful ring. With the top of the ring measuring 7.5mm by 15.6mm across and the side of the ring displaying very elegant hand carved shoulders, this ring sits so well on any finger and would also make a wonderful and unique engagement ring. Stock # ES8682 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1891 $5,650
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Antique sapphire engagement ring with exquisite detail on the side
Here is such a beautiful antique sapphire engagement ring with the most exquisite detail on the side that will have you admiring it every time that you look at it on your finger. Beautifully hand made in 15 carat rose gold, the colour of the rose gold has such a wonderful warm tone to it as opposed to a lot of the modern pink gold which is quite harsh in the colour. Antique rose gold has that lovely delicate tone that looks amazing against the skin and this ring is just perfect. Set with five natural sapphires that total 4.20 carats, the sapphires have a hint of intense green to them which makes them look even more amazing in the daylight. Not only are the sapphires amazing, but so is the detail in the claws holding them as well as the incredible and beautiful scroll work on the sides. This detail is just amazing and still in superb condition even after 130 years have passed since being made. Measuring 6.9mm wide at the centre by 23.5mm across, this is such a unique and beautiful antique sapphire ring that will always be loved and admired. Stock# U097 Circa: 1890 $3,300
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Antique 15 carat gold ruby and pearl ring made in 1876
It is incredible to think that this ring is over 140 years old and still looks so beautiful. Made in 15 carat gold in Birmingham in 1876, the ring is not just set with a pearl and two rubies, but the design of the setting is so beautiful to admire. Both the pearl and the rubies have the beads used to secure them to the setting as part of the design that are each set into a recessed setting. With the top of the ring measuring 6.2mm wide, from left to right it measures 15.2mm across and sits so comfortably on the finger. Perfect for any finger and occasion, this is a lovely example of a mid-Victorian era ring that will amaze people when they see how beautiful it is as well as how old it is. Stock# ES8683 Hallmarked: Birmingham 1876 $2,100
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Art Deco diamond ring set with 2.47 carats of diamonds
Jewellery from the Art Deco period of the 1920's has remained popular over the years, and here is a truly magnificent genuine Art Deco diamond ring set with 2.47 carats of diamonds in the most incredible design. Hand made in 18 carat yellow gold and platinum, the ring itself measures 22.6mm in length by 13.2mm across the accentuates the finger so beautifully. The design alone of this ring exemplifies the quality and craftsmanship of Art Deco jewellery and showcases why it has never gone out of fashion or style. Set with three large European cut diamonds that total 2.09 carats, around the border as thirty two single cut diamonds that are with a gorgeous scalloped edge. And then on each shoulder are four rose cut diamonds and astonishingly there are a further four rose cut diamonds set on each "corner" of the centre European cut diamond. All of these additional diamonds come together to total 0.38 carats and give this ring so much sparkle and pizazz. Looking closer at the setting of the diamonds themselves, they have all been millgrain set which can be seen as the elegant crimping along the edge which was popular during the Art Deco period and gives the ring the right finish that compliments not only the diamonds, but the exceedingly high quality of work that went into hand making this ring all those years ago. There is no doubt that this is a truly magnificent example of an Art Deco diamond ring, and one that will make any woman proud to wear it. Stock# ES8747 Circa: 1920 $32,000
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Antique ruby and diamond engagement ring with scroll work on the sides.
Here is a truly exceptional antique ruby and diamond engagement ring with incredible scroll work on the sides and even more detail from the top than you would first imagine and see. Exquisitely hand made in the late Victorian era of the 1890's, the ring is set with three magnificent quality natural rubies that not only have a fantastic red colour but wonderful transparency to all of them. Coming together to total 1.36 carats on each side is one early brilliant cut diamond. These two diamonds total 0.70 carats, and then looking closer at each diamond, there are actually four small rose cut diamonds set into each "corner" of the larger diamonds. The setting of these diamonds shows just how much time and attention went into making this ring all those years ago and showcases the quality of this ring. These rose cut diamonds total 0.04 carats and the ring itself measures 20.8mm from left to right by 5.9mm wide. And then on each side is the most wonderful and highly ornate scroll work that was again all done by hand and is so much nicer than anything that has been cast or CAD designed as many of the modern rings are made today. From every single angle, near or far there is no doubt that this is a truly exceptional ring of the highest calibre and quality. Stock# T432 Circa: 1890 $22,000
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