The Retro period came right after the Art Deco era and resulted in jewellery that was so much larger and bolder than earlier Art Deco pieces, resulting in some truly astonishing creations such as this fabulous Retro diamond ring.
Made entirely in platinum in the 1950's, the wonderful bold design will make sure that this ring is always admired from every angle and side, and then being set with diamonds will make sure that it is noticed from near or far.
With one round brilliant cut diamond in the centre,there are seven more each side as well as a further nine running along each side. The diamonds come together total a dazzling 1.40 carats, and the ring itself measures 13.7mm wide by 20.2mm.
This ring is absolutely sensational and a true statement piece that will always be admired.
Stock# ET227
Circa: 1950
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Platinum diamond ring made in the Retro era of the 1950's
A brief history of Retro jewellery:
Retro describes jewellery produced between the later part of the 1930's to the 1950's, and also includes World War II. The styles and designs of the Art Deco jewellery still influenced designers in this era.
The retro movement was can be considered to be started by the head of Christie's jewellery department, Francois Curiel. He named the era for customers who requested jewellery with the Retro look. His realization of this era brought great popularity and prestige to retro jewellery, resulting in the increase in value and price to these designs. Retro jewellery can be easily characterised by large chunky somewhat over the top designs in not only brooches and bracelets but also rings. The use of rose gold was also quite common even in 18ct.
Large gem set brooches with a combination of such stones such as rubies and diamonds in a floral motif where not uncommon.
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