Antique Art Deco Old Cut Diamond Sapphire 18CT 18KT Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:59186299 | Sub-Type: Engagement Ring |
| Main Gemstone: Diamond | Ring Size: L 1/2 |
| Metal: White Gold | Type: Ring |
| Gold Quality: 18Carat | Featured Refinements: Art Deco Diamond Ring Sapphire |
This striking antique Art Deco 18ct gold panel ring is set with French cut cornflower blue sapphires, flanked by old cut diamonds atop slender squared knife edge shoulders and a decorative gallery. It is a stunning example of jewellery from the roaring 20’s and would make a fabulous engagement ring.
The old-world elegance of old European cut diamonds are becoming ever more sought after as their rarity increases, for romantic notions of being skilfully and lovingly hand-cut, for th...eir uniqueness and for their ethical value. (Old cut stones are by far the most sustainable and environmentally friendly choice.)
In contrast to flatter, shallower, modern brilliant cut diamonds, old cut diamonds are chunkier, deeper and rounder, with a small but high table (top facet) a steep crown, a thicker girdle, deeper pavilion and a large open cutlet, giving them cavernous depth that allows light to dance and glow like reflections on water. Old cut diamonds were individually assessed by diamond cutters and uniquely hand cut to bring out the best colour and brilliance for each stone. No two old cut diamonds are ever identical - they are true heritage pieces.
Size (approx) around a UK L.5, US just over 6Hallmarked ~ stamped 18ctWeight ~ 2.4gramsMeasurements ~ setting 9mm x 7mm, setting 2.2mm highCondition ~ very good sturdy vintage condition, wear commensurate with age
The old-world elegance of old European cut diamonds are becoming ever more sought after as their rarity increases, for romantic notions of being skilfully and lovingly hand-cut, for th...eir uniqueness and for their ethical value. (Old cut stones are by far the most sustainable and environmentally friendly choice.)
In contrast to flatter, shallower, modern brilliant cut diamonds, old cut diamonds are chunkier, deeper and rounder, with a small but high table (top facet) a steep crown, a thicker girdle, deeper pavilion and a large open cutlet, giving them cavernous depth that allows light to dance and glow like reflections on water. Old cut diamonds were individually assessed by diamond cutters and uniquely hand cut to bring out the best colour and brilliance for each stone. No two old cut diamonds are ever identical - they are true heritage pieces.
Size (approx) around a UK L.5, US just over 6Hallmarked ~ stamped 18ctWeight ~ 2.4gramsMeasurements ~ setting 9mm x 7mm, setting 2.2mm highCondition ~ very good sturdy vintage condition, wear commensurate with age
