This ring is so elegant in its design that it will surprise many when they discover that it is over 100 years old, yet still looks as fashionable today as when it was made.
With the stones set low into the setting, this makes it perfect to wear for any finger and occasion, as well as being so comfortable to wear all the time.
Made in Birmingham in 18 carat yellow gold in 1922, in the centre sits a beautiful oval sapphire that measures 0.20 carats in weight and has the most fabulous blue that is complimented perfectly with the yellow gold.
Set on each side is a single cut diamond that adds the right amount of sparkle to the ring, and with both the diamonds and sapphire set into that gorgeous setting with the scroll work on the sides, there is no doubt that this ring will be loved and admired each time that it is worn.
Measuring 7.2mm wide at the top, it tapers elegantly down to 2.8mm at the back, this is a wonderful example of an antique ring that is as beautiful today as when it was made.
Stock# ET1032
Hallmarked: Birmingham 1911
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Antique sapphire and diamond ring made in 1911.
Antique sapphire and diamond ring made in 18 carat yellow gold in Birmingham in 1911. Set with a natural sapphire in the centre, on each side there is an antique single cut diamond.
What are single cut diamonds?
There is another important cut of diamond that is often found in antique jewellery, which is the single cut diamond. These are small diamonds usually around 0.01 carats to 0.05 carats in size. These are often found on the shoulders of rings or surrounding a centre stone for example. While today modern technology will allow for a 0.01 carat diamond to have 58 facets and be a round brilliant cut diamond, single cut diamonds were used from the later part of the 19th Century up until around the 1930’s-1940’s. Commonly found with eight facets on the top (the crown) and eight facets on the bottom (the pavilion) these are sometimes found with total facets between 16 to 18.
Are antique diamonds conflict free?
Yes! Besides being hand made, antique diamond engagement rings are also set with conflict-free diamonds making them more ethical than some modern diamond engagement rings. Antique engagement rings from the Victorian era as well as the Art Deco era are more popular and sought after than ever before.
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