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Fabulous sapphire and diamond ring made in the Retro era
Here is a truly fabulous sapphire and diamond ring made in the Retro era that makes such a statement on the finger and will no doubt always be admired every time that you wear it. The Retro period was from the 1940's to the 1950's and quite often the jewellery was designed with large bold shapes and design as well as quite often being in 18 carat rose gold. The higher in gold carat the softer the tone of rose gold, and this ring has the most beautiful warm colour to it that makes the ring look even more incredible. Sitting proudly in the centre is a beautiful oval sapphire that measures 1.95 carats and has such a beautiful and perfect blue. The colour colour of this sapphire is stunning and captures the light beautifully. Then on each of the four sides of the sapphire as well as on the shoulders are a combination of European and single cut diamonds, with the ring set with a total of twenty four diamonds that total 0.56 carats and add the right amount of sparkle to the ring that highlights the design even further. From the side the ring has such an incredible angular design and measuring 15.1mm wide by 23.4mm across, this ring will always make such a statement on the finger and will no doubt always be loved and admired. Circa: 1940 Stock # ES8878 $12,850
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18 carat rose gold diamond ring made in the Retro era of the 1940’s
The Retro period was from the late 1930's to the early 1950's and is quite different to that of the earlier Art Deco period, with Retro jewellery often being made in bold designs as well as often in rose gold, both of which features can be seen here in this lovely 18 carat rose gold diamond ring made in the Retro era of the 1940's. Made in France, the colour of the rose gold has that wonderful warm tone that bot only looks so beautiful on the finger, but doesn't have that excessive strong pink often seen with some of the modern rose gold made today. Measuring 17mm across by 13.6, the ring has a wonderful bow-tie style and design to it and is set with a 0.12 carat round brilliant cut diamond in the centre. With a fabulous bold design that will make this ring stand out on the finger, this is a wonderful example of a ring from the equally fabulous Retro era. Stock# T1061 Circa: 1950 $1,800
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Vintage Cartier sapphire and diamond brooch made in gold and platinum
Cartier is one of the worlds most regarded jewellery and watch company and we are so proud to be able to offer an original Cartier brooch dating from the 1950’s. Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier and has become a name that is synonymous with quality and craftsmanship, and when you look at the attention to detail in this Cartier brooch, it is so easily seen with not only the style and design but fine quality of both the sapphire and diamonds and the quality of the setting. Retro jewellery of this period of the 1940’s and 1950’s is so uniquely characterised by such a distinct somewhat flamboyant style and here in this Cartier brooch you can see that the brooch was designed not simply with a floral design in mind typical of the Victorian era of the 1800’s, rather it goes so much further with the angular asymmetrical design at the bottom. Hand made in 18ct white gold and platinum, the brooch measures 40mm by 29.4mm and will stand out on any outfit and always be admired and appreciated for its fine quality and design that Cartier is so famous for. Set with a total of 72 diamonds, the diamonds total 1.44 carats and combined with the 17 sapphires looks amazing and adds so much sparkle.
The sapphires are cabochon cut which adds such a unique appeal and character and these sapphires total 2.68 carats. The reverse side shows the quality that was produced by Cartier with the simple yet ingenious design of having two pins to prevent the brooch from rolling over to one side.
It is this small attention to detail that shows just how high the standard and quality was for jewellery that is produced by Cartier
Worldwide original Cartier jewellery is so highly regarded and sought after, and this Cartier brooch is just spectacular and a true pleasure to own and wear. Stock# ES8600 Maker: Cartier Circa: 1940 $18,850
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Retro era 18 carat fancy tubogas necklace made in France
The tubogas design goes back to Roman times, however the tubogas necklace used in jewellery really started coming into the forefront in jewellery from 1935, and is considered as one of the hardest links to manufacture and is incredibly difficult to find today, so here we are proud to have for offer a very elegant Retro era 18 carat fancy tubogas necklace made in France in the 1950's. This necklace feels magnificent to the touch and there is no other link that feels the same way as it rolls through your fingers, let alone when it is on your neck. Measuring approximately 40cm from end to end, this necklace sits perfectly across the neckline and has such an elegant look and feel to it that will take you back to the wonderful 1950's era of Grace Kelly and Marilyn Monroe. With a look and style of sophistication that is unsurpassed, this necklace from the Retro era is truly spectacular. Stock# ES8501 Circa: 1950 $14,600
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Fabulous Colombian emerald and diamond ring from the Retro period
Here is a truly fabulous Colombian emerald and diamond ring from the Retro period of the 1940's that is spectacular to admire from every angle and truly like no other. Exquisitely hand made in entirely in platinum, this ring has such an amazing solid feel to it that is also incredibly tactile thanks to the smooth sides and expert setting of the diamonds. Sitting proudly in the centre is a magnificent natural Colombian emerald that measures 1.60 carats and shows why for centuries Colombian emeralds have long been regarded as the best in the world. Whereas many other emeralds from other localities will be to dark to see through or have far to many inclusions that spoils the appearance of the emerald, this one has such a magnificent transparency that allows not only the light but the eye to see all the way through the stone. Combine this with such a beautiful pure green colour that stands out even more set into the pure white colour of the platinum and the sparkle given off from the diamonds, and you are left with such an eye catching ring. Then on the left and right hand sides set into an upswept design are six single cut diamonds and four round brilliant cut diamonds on each side that come together to total 0.48 carats. The time and expertise to set these diamonds in that angled section highlights the quality and craftsmanship of this ring and emphasises the ring design as a whole. And then running parallel on the other sides are five baguette cut diamonds which total 0.90 carats bringing the total diamond weight in this ring to 1.38 carats making this ring sparkle so beautifully. Measuring 12.5mm wide by 19.9mm long, it has the dimensions to make it always get the attention and admiration that it rightly deserves. Stock# ES8368 Circa: 1940 $18,500
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Handmade diamond engagement ring set with antique diamonds
Here is an exquisite handmade diamond engagement ring set with antique diamonds and made using the same techniques as they used over 100 years ago, and is so well made that people who admire it will have trouble believing that it is a new ring rather than an antique. The quality of work in this ring is evident from every single angle that you look and admire this ring and it is simply breathtaking at the level of detail and craftsmanship that was put into making this ring by a true master jeweller. Along with the detail that can only be achieved in hand making a ring, using antique diamonds helped complete that look a of a genuine antique diamond engagement ring. Sitting proudly in the centre is an antique European cut diamond that measures 2.19 carats and is L in colour. So many people look at the colour of the diamond and compare this to charts and see where L is situated and no longer covet a ring, however this diamond faces up so white that you will be happily surprised at how it looks. And then on each side are three single cut diamonds that total 0.16 carats and add that extra sparkle and highlight the detail in this ring. These diamonds having a millgrain finish which is the elegant crimping along the edge of the setting which adds such an incredible amount of charm and character to the ring. From near or far, this is one engagement ring that will always be loved and admired and always get the attention that it deserves. This is a ring that our master jeweller created, and we are more than happy to sit down and design and make that perfect ring for you. Stock# ES8328 $33,000
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Retro era synthetic ruby and diamond ring made in France in the 1940’s
Here is a truly spectacular original Retro era synthetic ruby and diamond ring made in France in the 1940's that looks absolutely amazing on the finger and will no doubt always get the attention and admiration that it deserves. With an incredible angular design, the ring was made in 18 carat rose gold and platinum. Rose gold has such a lovely warm colour to it, and the colour of gold in this ring certainly compliments both the rubies and the diamonds. The ring is set with three sections each set with four European cut diamonds. These diamonds come together to total 0.72 carats and are all set in platinum in such an incredible angular setting that mirrors the design of the ring. Then there are the two rows of synthetic rubies that total 0.50 carats. When synthetic rubies and sapphires were first invented in the early part of the 1900's and started coming onto the market soon there after, they were embraced by jewellers and the public alike as for the jewellers they could now have access to evenly matched fancy cut stones and the public as these were all new and an exciting leap forward in technology at the time. The ring measures 13.3mm wide at the centre by 29.9mm across and has such an incredible profile that will have you admiring it from every angle. With such a unique and captivating design, this is one ring from the fabulous Retro era that is truly like no other. Stock# ES8214 Circa: 1940 $7,650
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4.60 carat emerald and diamond ring set in platinum
This ring certainly stands out on the finger and is sure to be admired every time that it is worn. Set with a beautiful natural 4.60 carat emerald, on each side there is a trilliant cut diamond that accentuates the ring perfectly. The entire ring is hand made in platinum and was made in London in 2016. The emerald has such a beautiful deep green with wonderful transparency that allows you to see right through the emerald and being set in platinum which is a pure white colour really helps to show off its amazing colour and size. The two trilliant cut diamonds total 1.12 carats and are F in colour and VS in clarity. The triangular shape of these diamonds suit this ring perfectly and from left to right the ring measures 19.3mm by 10.3mm wide at the centre. Sitting perfectly on the finger, this ring would easily suit any finger including making a wonderful engagement ring, and no matter the time of the day or night, this is one ring that will always stand out. Stock# ES8235 Circa: 2016 $32,000
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Retro era 18 carat rose, yellow and white gold signet ring
Just look at the design of this Retro era 18 carat rose, yellow and white gold signet ring and see how the angular lines and combination of three colours of gold works so well. Made in France in the 1940's, this design of this signet ring is just amazing and looks incredible on the finger. With the top white gold section measuring 9.2mm by 10.1mm, the side has those incredible rose and white gold sections that lead to the yellow gold band. This is such a stylish signet ring that has such a unique look and charm that is destined to always be admired every time that it is seen. This is the epitome of Retro jewellery, with its strong bold lines, yet still in a style that has so much character and elegance and is truly a one off. Stock# ES8113 Circa: 1940 $1,850
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16 carat gold and platinum Lightning Ridge black opal and diamond ring
Here is an amazing 16 carat gold and platinum Lightning Ridge black opal and diamond ring that was hand made by our master jeweller and is a ring like no other. To begin with the unique 16 carat gold. The story of how we came about 16 carat gold is published here and well worth a read: https://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/articles/our-own-16-carat-rose-gold/ Sitting so proudly in the centre is a truly magnificent solid Australian Lightning Ridge black opal. Not only does Australia produce the most opals in the world, Australian opals are also regarded as the best in the world, with the Lightning Ridge black opal the best of the best. This opal was actually in an antique brooch that dated from the early 1900's but was badly damaged and couldn't be repaired. Measuring 2.79 carats, the spectral colours in this ring is just spectacular. The amount of red, which is the most desired, is just amazing and it is so easy to fall in love with just this opal alone. However not only was this ring made by our master jeweller to such an incredibly high standard, but in keeping in our tradition of dealing in antiques, surrounding the opal are twenty four antique single cut diamonds that total 0.43 carats and highlight the opal magnificently. The proportions of this ring are just perfect measuring 16.1mm across by 19.2mm and day or night, this is one ring that is sure to always be admired and appreciated for so many reasons. This is a ring that our master jeweller has created, and we are more than happy to it down and design and make that perfect ring for you. Modern technology and antique come together harmoniously to create a perfect and very unique ring unlike no other. Stock# NS439 $28,600
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14 carat gold onyx and diamond cufflinks
Cufflinks finish a suit perfectly, and here are such an elegant pair of 14 carat gold onyx and diamond cufflinks that will always stand out thanks to their elegance and style. Made in 14 carat yellow gold, each cufflink is set with twelve round brilliant cut diamonds that are set onto a lovely facetted piece of black onyx. The contrast of gold, diamonds and black onyx works so well and will stand out day or night. Fitted with fittings that are so easy to take on and off, these cufflinks are just perfect. Stock# ES8162 Circa: 1980 $3,300
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18ct gold diamond ring from the Retro era of the 1940’s
Retro jewellery of the 1940's and 1950's was made in a style that was in quite stark contrast to the preceding Art Deco era, and this can be seen here in this fabulous 18ct gold diamond ring from the Retro era of the 1940's. Made in 18ct rose and yellow gold in such an amazing bold angular design, the ring has such a sculptured tactile feel to it that both looks and feels amazing on the finger. Even from the side the scroll work supporting the top with the diamonds had so much thought put into it and is so amazing to admire. The top of the ring measures 12.8mm wide by 22.7mm across from left to right and is set with 28 diamonds that total 0.56 carats and certainly give off a lot of sparkle that will make this ring get the attention that it deserves. This is such a wonderful ring that is truly a piece of art as much as a piece of jewellery. Stock# ES8046 Circa: 1940 $4,650
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