Antique map of Australia ring made by Sigmond Hoffnung & Co
Here is a wonderful example of an early Australian ring made by Sigmond Hoffnung and Co in the late 1800's and will be such a wonderful conversation starter.
Made in 9 carat rose and yellow gold, on the top is of course a map of Australia with the top of the ring measuring 11.8mm wide and tapering down to 3.5mm wide at the back.
The combination of the map in rose gold with the band in yellow gold makes it look so beautiful on the finger, then with the incredible hand engraving on the band adding even more charm and character to the ring, makes it so much more special and unique.
An example of this exact ring is on page 121 of the Australian jewellery book.
This ring has such a wonderful tactile feel to it, that looks amazing on or of the finger that will always be an exciting conversation starter.
Maker: S. Hoffnung & Co. (Sigmond)
Circa: 1890
$1,450
$1,450.00
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Spectacular unheat treated Ceylonese sapphire and mine cut diamond ring
For centuries people have known that if you put a sapphire or ruby into a fire it will improve its colour and clarity, and people have been heat treating sapphires and rubies ever since for this reason. This treatment is worldwide accepted as a normal treatment and not deceiving in any way and is accepted as a standard treatment for sapphires and rubies as it remains stable and does not damage the stone. However the sapphire in this ring is a very beautiful unheat treated Ceylonese sapphire that has the most incredible and intense colour that looks spectacular.
Measuring an impressive 3.59 carats, this sapphire has been certified as having no treatment and being Ceylonese. Ceylonese sapphires have been regarded as home of some of the finest sapphires in the world, and the colour in this sapphire truly exemplifies this. With such a magnificent royal blue colour, it is highlighted by a mine cut diamond on each side.
These diamonds total 1.88 carats, and compliment the sapphire so well. With all the charm and character of being one of the earliest cuts of diamonds, this is certainly one ring that will always stand out and be admired every time it is worn.
Made in 18 carat yellow gold, the ring measures 19.5mm across by 12.2mm and dates from the Victorian era of the 1890's, this ring is truly spectacular.
Stock# ET285
Circa: 1890
$58,500
$58,500.00
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Antique Toi et Moi pearl and diamond made in the 1920’s Art Deco era
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Antique engagement rings are so romantic and special, and nothing is more romantic than a genuine Art Deco Toi et Moi ring sitting on your finger.
The term Toi et Moi” is French for “You and Me” and is used for a ring with two main stones, and this is believed to have started when Napoleon gave Josephine a sapphire and diamond engagement ring in 1776. Since then, this has become a wonderfully romantic design for jewellery that displays love between two people in a gorgeous design that will always be admired.
Hand made in 18 carat yellow gold and platinum in the Art Deco period of the 1920's, the ring is set with a natural pearl sitting opposite a lovely antique mine cut diamond that measures 0.55 carats. The diamond and pearl compliment each other so well, and then to highlight the design of the ring further, each side is set with five rose cut diamonds that come together to total 0.05 carats and add the perfect amount of extra sparkle to the ring.
Measuring 8.8mm wide at the centre by 16.2mm across, this ring is as beautiful as it is romantic and will always be treasured and admired.
Stock# ET511
Circa: 1920
$6,600
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Antique double row diamond ring made in the Victorian era
Here is a very beautiful ring that will so easily suit any finger including making a very unique and special engagement ring.
Made in the late Victorian era of the 1890’s in 18 carat yellow gold, the ring is set with not one but two rows of diamonds, and then adding to the character of the ring, the diamonds are the lovely European cut diamonds. These diamonds total 0.72 carats and being cut by hand over a century ago and conflict-free, there is nothing quite like the charm of these earlier diamonds.
Measuring 6.4mm wide at the centre, by 17.3mm across, the top of the ring leads down to a newer 18 carat yellow gold band that feels so lovely and smooth on the finger.
This really is such a wonderful ring that will look perfect on any finger that it is worn on.
Stock# ET200
Circa: 1880
$3,800
$3,800.00
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Art Deco ruby and diamond ring made in a cross over design in the 1920’s
The design of this ring is not only so elegant, but it sits and looks amazing on the finger and will surprise many when they discover that it is over 100 years old, yet still looks so beautiful and modern.
Hand made in the Art Deco period of the 1920’s in 18 carat yellow gold and platinum, the ring is set with one natural ruby that measures 0.16 carats and two single cut diamonds that weight 0.08 carats each. However typical of the elegant jewellery of this era, it is not just the ruby and diamonds that make this ring, but the beautiful design in which they are set. The way the stones cross over the ring makes this stand out further when it is on the finger, and the border of gold around the gemstones measures 10mm across by 8.9mm.
This is a wonderful example of a design that will always be loved and admired.
Stock # ET466
Circa: 1920
$2,400
$2,400.00
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Antique ruby and diamond ring made in Birmingham in 1913
Here is a lovely antique ruby and diamond ring that shows that it is not always just the gemstones that make a ring so beautiful, but the design and setting into which they are set as well.
This ring was made in Birmingham in 1913 in 18 carat gold and is set with one oval ruby in the centre with a round ruby at each end. These rubies display such a lovely vibrant red and total 0.23 carats and are highlighted by a single cut diamond set on each side of the centre ruby. These diamonds total 0.04 carats that sparkle so sweetly.
Not only will the rubies and diamonds be admired, but so will the gorgeous setting. Measuring 8.2mm wide at the centre by 14.6mm across, from every angle and side that you look at this ring, you will be amazed at its wonderful and elegant design.
Perfect for any finger, this ring will always look and feel so wonderful.
Stock# ET334
Hallmarked: Birmingham 1913
$2,800
$2,800.00
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Antique sapphire and diamond ring made in Birmingham in 1890
This ring will surprise so many when they discover that it is over 130 years old, and still looks as beautiful and fashionable today as when it was made.
Made in 18 carat yellow gold in Birmingham in 1890, the ring is set with a 0.45 carat sapphire in the centre that is then highlighted by having not one, but two European cut diamonds set on each side. These diamonds total 0.12 carats and give a wonderful sparkle to the ring.
With a sapphire set on each end that adds another 0.48 carats in weight to the ring, the ring measures 5.5mm wide at the centre by 15.5mm across.
And then adding to the charm of this ring even further, from the sides the ring has the most incredible scroll work that shows just why there is nothing quite like an antique ring to adorn your finger, making this ring even more special.
This ring will so easily make a wonderful engagement ring, and just as easily suit any other finger and occasion.
Stock# ET554
Hallmarked: Birmingham 1890
$3,150
$3,150.00
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Art Deco solid white opal and diamond ring made in the 1920’s
Australia is home to the world's finest opals, and here is a gorgeous solid white Australian opal and diamond ring that was beautifully hand made in 15 carat gold in the 1920's.
With such a timeless and elegant design that showcases the opal, the opal itself measures 2 carats in weight and is set with an early round brilliant cut diamond on each side that come together to total 0.30 carats. Measuring 16mm across by 11.7mm, the is the perfect proportions to wear all the time and on its own or worn along with other rings, it will always look so elegant on the finger.
As beautiful today as when it was made, this ring is simply perfect.
Stock# ET474
Circa: 1920
$2,750
$2,750.00
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Platinum Art Deco diamond ring dating from the 1920’s
Jewellery designs of the Art Deco era of the 1920's to the 1940's are just as beautiful to admire today as when they were made, and this is certainty true for this incredible Art Deco diamond ring.
Hand made in the 1920's entirely in platinum, the design of the ring alone is breathtaking with such an amazing geometric design. Art Deco jewellery often incorporated a "shape in a shape" design as can be seen here with round diamonds set into square shaped settings. It is small attention to detail such as this that makes Art Deco jewellery so unique and exciting to wear.
In the centre is one round early brilliant cut diamond that measures 0.36 carats with another round early brilliant cut diamond set on both sides. Then the ring is further highlighted by the ten single cut diamonds around the edge of the ring, and these and the additional two other diamonds come together to total 0.64 carats=0.38ct. The sparkle that these diamonds give is wonderful making this a ring that will certainly always be admired.
Measuring 11.7mm across by 20.4mm, this is a truly fabulous ring that exemplify the beauty of the Art Deco period.
Stock# ET479
Circa: 1920
$12,600
$12,600.00
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18 carat gold Art Deco five stone ruby ring made in the 1920’s
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Here is an amazing ring that not only dates from the wonderful Art Deco era of the 1920's, but is set with five natural rubies in such an elegant setting.
Hand made in 18 carat yellow gold, the ring is set with five oval rubies which is so hard to find. Traditionally a ring such as this will have three rubies and two diamonds, so finding one with five rubies is just wonderful. The way they gradate so elegantly in size adds to the charm even further, and the five rubies total 1.65 carats and stand out so beautifully in the very elegant setting.
Measuring 5.1mm wide by 16.5mm across, not only would this ring suit any finger, but it would also make an amazing engagement ring or ruby anniversary ring.
Stock# ET218
Circa: 1920
$6,800
$6,800.00
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Antique natural coral ring made in the Edwardian era in 1907
Here is a gorgeous antique ring that is not only so beautiful due to the natural coral set into the ring, but the exquisite hand engraving as well.
Made in Birmingham in 1907 in 15 carat gold, the colour of the gold has such a beautiful soft yellow colour that pairs perfectly with the natural colour of the coral. Whereas much of the coral found in jewellery today is often dyed, this coral is completely natural in colour and looks perfect in its setting.
Not only is the surrounding bezel hand engraved, but the engraving carries down each the side of the band and is so beautiful to admire. There is nothing quite like the fine detail in hand engraving that simply cannot be found in machine engraving or simply stamping the design out.
The top section measures 9.7mm wide by 11.3mm and this ring will sit and look perfect on any finger.
Stock# ET526
Hallmarked: Birmingham 1907
$1,850
$1,850.00
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Unheat treated 9.43 carat Ceylonese sapphire and diamond Art Deco ring
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Centuries ago, people discovered that if you put a sapphire or ruby into a fire it will improve its colour and clarity, and people have been heat treating sapphires and rubies ever since for this reason. This treatment is worldwide accepted as a normal treatment and not deceiving in any way and is accepted as a standard treatment for sapphires and rubies as it remains stable and does not damage the stone. However set into this ring from the Art Deco era is a very beautiful unheat treated Ceylonese sapphire that displays the most beautiful colour and clarity.
Hand made in 18 carat white gold and platinum in the 1920's,the gorgeous cushion cut sapphire measures an impressive 9.43 carats and has such an magical soft colour to it that looks even more amazing in the sunshine. The colour is perfectly highlighted by the white gold and platinum, and being claw set allows the maximum amount of light to dance throughout the stone. The sapphire has been independently certified by Gem Studies Laboratory stating that it has not undergone any treatment and is a Ceylonese sapphire.
Set on each side are seven single cut diamonds with one further single cut diamond where the split design of the band meets up, bringing the total diamond weight to 0.16 carats, all of which highlight the sapphire even further.
Measuring 21.5mm across by 13.1mm, even from the side of the ring the detail is so beautiful to admire and showcases why Art Deco jewellery is a popular and fashionable today as when it was made.
This is a truly exceptional ring that is destined to always be admired.
Stock# ET290
Circa: 1920
$28,800
$28,800.00
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