Mid-19th Century Cluster Rings

Antique early victorian era 1850s rose cut diamond ring in flower designe silver topped and 9k gold

This Art Deco style ring, dating back to the period of 1930-1935, is crafted from 18k gold and features a stunning combination of diamonds and diffusion-treated sapphires. The center...

Georgian 18kt. yellow gold and silver of rose-cut diamonds cluster ring. The back of the stone has been expertly foiled to optimize the diamond's brilliance. X - Ray tested positive ...

Here we have a stunning sapphire and diamond cluster ring. This antique piece features an single oval shaped cushion cut natural unheated sapphire at the centre of the face possessin...

A wonderful amethyst cluster ring with a pearl at the centre. Amethyst total 30pts. Modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Cluster diameter: 9mm Weight: 1.4g

Featuring three oval cut sapphires bead set east to west and weighing approximately 1.50 carats total Transparent medium/dark blue in color - with a halo surround of old European cut...

This intricate snake design ring dates back to the 1860s. The Victorian rarity features an unusual square rose cut diamond set atop the snakes head, surrounded by standard rose cut d...

Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.85 carat Fancy brown in color with VS2 clarity - bead set east to west Featuring a halo surround of old European cut diamo...

Pearl and black enamel memorial ring. Set to centre with an oblong crystal slice covering plaited hair in a closed back setting, encircled by a row of twelve natural half seed pearls...

The victorian garnet stones in this navette cluster ring are a gorgeous deep red and are so glossy. Modelled in 9carat gold with decorative should...

This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold turquoise cluster ring. The ring features 7 well-matched turquoise stones that are set in between lovely patterned shoulders. The turquoise stone...

Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A victorian period diamond cluster ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Centered by a 0.25 carat old Mine cut diamond. Accented by a halo of pave set Rose cu...

A gorgeous diamond cluster ring from the Victorian (ca1850s) era! This exquisite ring is made of vibrant 22kt yellow gold topped in sterling silver. A sparkling 1.35ct old mine cut d...

An antique Georgian era turquoise and diamond ring designed as a stylized heart comprised of a pear-shaped turquoise in an old-mine diamond surround with openwork shoulders, in silve...

Victorian pink topaz and diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced pink topaz in an open back ...

A French antique, Louis Philippe I period, cluster ring, in the Georgian style, set with a cushion cut, pale yellow, citrine, in a gold rub over setting, with an old mine-cut diamond...

An outstandingly rare mid-19th century royal Siam diamond cluster ring, made by the royal goldsmiths of the court of Bangkok. This is an extremely fine example of the jewellery commissioned and subsequently bestowed by the Kings of Siam, principally to be worn by participants in royal and aristocratic life-cycle ceremonies in the courts of Bangkok. In the mid-19th century, King Mongkut (Rama IV) of Siam also commissioned the courtly jewellers to create a number of faithful replicas of these ceremonial jewels to be offered as gifts to diplomatic families, important visitors and to Heads of State across the world when re-establishing diplomatic relationships. One such example (which is remarkably similar to the present ring) resides in the museum of the Château de Fontainebleau (item F1518C) where it was given as a gift from King Mongkut to Napoléon-III on the important ambassadorial visit of 1861 (see photos for a side by side comparison). Ceremonial Use: During the 19th century, many rings were made every year by the royal jewellers for ceremonial use. Examples of these lavish cluster rings being worn for these life-cycle ceremonies can be seen on old photos and paintings of the Royal Tonsure Ceremony, also known as ‘the cutting of the top-knot’ ceremony, which marked the transition from childhood into adulthood for all of the (many!) sons and daughters of the Siam royal family. The huge expansion in the number of royals in 19th century Siam stemmed from Kings Mongkut (Rama IV) and Chulalongkorn (Rama V) being highly polygamous. They had a joint total of 124 wives and 159 royal children, each requiring their own ceremonial regalia and princely jewels. As a result, Bangkok became home to some incredibly skilled goldsmiths in this period. The Tonsure ceremony was performed by the King, and lasted three days and three nights. All of the royal children would be dressed in the most splendid costumes and adorned with a vast amount of jewels on several parts of the body. Their costumes and jewels differed according to their title and rank. Diamonds for instance, would be bestowed to the highest ranking noble children. The royal children were allowed to keep their regalia and jewels as a present on entering adulthood to indicate their social status among society. Over the years, these royal jewels have been dispersed across the many noble families, with currently only a few important pieces remaining in the royal collection. Today, the number of royals in Thailand is contracting as the country follows the Chinese nobility system whereby with each generation the noble rank of a family decreases by one ranking so that eventually the majority of descendants will lose their noble status completely. This loss of royal privilege, coupled with the dilution of wealth has meant that items such as this ring become available on the open market. Following the end of the absolute monarchy in Thailand in 1932, many members of the royal family relocated to Europe and as a consequence, princely Thai items can occasionally be found in the European art market. Gift Exchange: In Siam culture, great importance is placed on the ancestral process of gift-exchange. During the reign of King Mongkut, close relationships with some powerful countries were cultivated in order to hold the balance of power and to save Siam from being colonised. The King used gift-exchange to establish diplomatic relations with other heads of state around the world, as well as with other kings, princes and sultans closer to home. He sent troupes of ambassadors to England (1857) and France (1861) with seemingly endless amounts of trunks filled with lavish gifts in order to dazzle the heads of state with the extraordinary quality and variety of Siam craftsmanship. These gifts consisted of faithful replicas of the Royal Regalia and objects belonging to the King himself; items and jewellery worn by him on his Tonsure ceremony and on his coronation day. Enormous time and effort was required by the Siam court to assemble these numerous gifts, as they emanated from the very same royal goldsmiths and courtly craftsman who had made the original ceremonial items. The most famous of these ceremonies took place at the Chateau de Fontainebleau in 1861. The painting by Jean-Léon Gérôme that immortalised the event prominently features the most spectacular of these gifts. Among the 150 gifts presented to Napoléon-III by the Siam ambassadors were two diamond-set rings, both of which are on display in the Musée du Chateau de Fontainebleau (item no. F1518C and F1519C). One of these rings is a rose cut diamond cluster and bears a striking resemblance to the ring we are offering. According to Bruley (2011), this ring, presented to Napoleon-III, was a faithful replica of the ring worn by King Mongkut on his own coronation day in 1851, which now resides in the Pavilion of Royal Regalia in Thailand. The Ring: From whichever angle the present ring is viewed, it is a masterpiece of design and a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the Siam royal goldsmiths. The bezel head is composed of two layers, the uppermost, containing the large triangle shaped table-cut diamond, is riveted to the main body of the ring. The second layer of the cluster is set with a further eight rose cut diamonds and this section allows for small rotation, typical of Siam jewellery...

This striking antique gold cluster ring dates to the mid-19th century. The ring is crafted in 18K gold with black enamel. In the centre rests a vibrant 0.44ct step cut emerald in an open-backed rubover setting. The stone is a wonderful vivid green colour and sits majestically within a halo of rose cut diamonds. The gaps in between the stones are accented with black enamel which contrasts the emerald beautifully. The open work shoulders form a lattice motif, which leads to a tapering, fluted shank. UK size N, US size 6.5 The ring weighs 4.87 grams and is stamped with a later ‘750’ mark to indicate 18K gold. The emerald is in great condition, it is securely set with no signs of surface damage - it display a great colour and clarity with natural inclusions. It measures 4mm in diameter. The rose cut diamonds measure 2mm across. The round bezel measures 13mm in diameter. The ring sits fairly flat on the finger to allow for frequent wear, and the emerald is open-backed which makes it easy to clean! A truly gorgeous and highly unusual antique emerald cluster ring.

Victorian Statements! An impressive, large, imposing oval head, Victorian Bohemian Garnet ring Statement piece for the antique Garnets lovers, large, eye-catching, rare Hand crafted...

Antique diamond cluster ring with central old-cut cushion weighing approximately 1.35cts. Surrounded by 2 rows of old European diamonds. Approximately 4cts of diamonds in total. Unma...

Antique old-cut diamond navette-shaped panel ring. Set throughout with old mine and old European diamonds. Approximately 7cts of diamonds in total. With French makers mark and French...

LATE GEORGIAN ROSE CUT DIAMOND CLUSTER RING (Europe Ca. 1830) Wheel of fire! Eight rose cut diamonds encircle the central diamond. Resembling a star or sun, a mound of silver encases...

An early Victorian pearl and ruby cluster ring, the ring set with a cushion-cut ruby, surrounded by six half pearls measuring approximately 3.7mm, flanked by pearl trefoils, all set...

AMETHYST CABOCHON AND ROSE CUT DIAMOND RING A lovely early Victorian ring set with a good deep color, bright purple cabochon shaped amethyst measuring approx. 2.70 carats (9.22X7.74X5.24mm). Surrounding it are graded 14 rose cut diamonds. The top is silver, and the shank is 18K yellow gold. Amethyst was used in antique mourning jewellery...

Antique 1850s ring centered with 1 large rose cut diamond 3mm diameter flanked with rose cut diamonds estimate weight of 1.5 carats white color excellent spark back foiled ring...

Antique 19th century ring that leaves speechless for the amazing crafting, 1850 ca, Skilful workmanship of the era, richly detailed at every side, hidden sides are even more intricat...

This 12k gold early Victorian ring features a flower motif of vibrant turquoise. In the center is a Rose Cut diamond set into a hand-carved star that enhances the sparkling beauty of...

Here we have an incredibly rare antique Georgian ring featuring a detailed eye miniature in the centre hand painted by none other than Sir Edwin Henry La...

The gold ring is set with ten natural half pearls within a wavy black enamelled surround. Inside the pearl surround the ring is decorated with a garnet that might have replaced a loc...

Antique victorian era unuswal large ring head size with rose cut diamond estimate weight of 5 carats in floral design centered with a large rose cut diamond...

Antique victorian era ring in unuswal navviet ring head designe with rose cut diamonds estimate weight of 1.5 carat back foiled excellent spark and workmanship ring dates back to 185...

Antique large 14k gold victorian era ring with rose cut diamonds in an unuswal design with estimate diamond weight of 1 carat ring was made during the vic...

This stunning antique cluster ring was made in France and dates to around the mid 19th century, circa 1860. In the centre rests a smooth banded agate in an open back setting, encircled by a halo of rose cut diamonds in closed-back, cutdown silver settings with a combined approximate weight of 0.15 carats. The ring has a decorative pierced gallery in the form of crescents and a solid semi-circular shank. The shoulders are decorated with two applied fleur-de-lis, each set with rose cut diamonds in silver settings. The main colour of the milky agate is a creamy-brown hue with a darker brown band on one side. The diamonds are rose cut, the triangular facets of these cuts were very popular during the Georgian and Victorian periods as they glistened more beautifully in candlelight than any other cut. This elegant ring sits flat on the finger, the stones are secure in their settings and the ring is in superb condition despite its significant age, a truly rare find! UK size U / US size 10, 5.44g, French ’tête...

Centering a 6.2 mm round natural pearl - opaque cream in body color with subtle iridescent. Featuring a clustered surround of old mine cut diamonds. Weighing approximately 0.80 carat...

Ring in 18 karat rose gold, horse head hallmark. Splendid You and Me ring, it is formed of 2 daisy pattern decorated with rose- cut diamonds and centered each one of 2 buttons pearls supposed fine. The ring is moved on both sides. Height : 21.7 mm approximately, width : 11.1 mm approximately, thickness : 7 mm approximately, width of the ring at the base : 2.8 mm approximately. Total weight of the diamonds : about 1 carat. Diameter of the pearls : 4/4,5 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 6,2 g approximately. US Size : 7 ; Free resize, please contact us. Authentic antique jewel - French work from the end of the XIXth century. Our opinion : an antique pearl diamond ring...

An exquisite diamond cluster ring, which dates back to the early Victorian era, features a rare old pear shape to the centre. It weighs 1.25 carat and has been estimated as an I in c...

Antique 18K and silver and natural pearl ring. The pearl measures 4.83 mm., and is natural, as opposed to cultured and very slightly out of round. The floral motif also has 14 be...

For sale a 19th century, Victorian era 18K gold marquise ring featuring a beautiful turquoise with a circle of rose cut diamonds around. The central turquoise cabochon shows a beautiful waxy greenish blue color and it measures 15mm in length and 12mm in width. Its color is as fresh as the spring sky. The 26 rose cut diamonds around have a total estimated weight of approximately 0,65cts. Altogether, they offer a very sparkling and a larger-looking design (the head of the ring measures 25mm*10mm!) than the traditional round cabochon rings and elongate the finger when the ring is worn. The ring is mounted in 18K yellow gold and it has the French eagle’s head hallmark on the shank. It is also numbered with “745”. Civilizations have cherished turquoise for thousands of years. Its multi-layered history and soul-satisfying color make it a desirable gem. The gem’s name comes from the French expression “pierre turque”, or “Turkish stone...

Antique victorian 10k gold ring centered with 2 rose cut diamonds in full facets excellent spark back foiled with total estimate diamond weight of 1.80 carats ring dates back to the ...

For sale a sweet Victorian era 18k gold enameled ring, featuring a hand painted portrait of a young girl. The colors of the miniature remain vivid after hundreds of years and the lit...

A bright pink tourmaline weighing .60 carats is surrounded by 10 luminous natural saltwater pearls in this antique 18K yellow gold ring. This gorgeous jewel dates from around 1840, t...

Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Feminine antique ring, it is decorated in the center of an opal cabochon in a surround of natural half pearls. The setting is delicately o...

1840's Georgian cluster diamond engagement ring. 9 old mind diamonds set in a 14k yellow gold handmade setting. 9 Old Mine cut diamonds, I VS-SI approx. .25cts Size 7.75 and sizable...

Beautiful vintage ring handcrafted in silver and 18 karat yellow gold featuring a bejeweled flower made of an oval cut ruby 1.00 ctw circa surrounded by 12 rose cut diamonds. The dim...

Vintage Victorian style rose cut diamond ring. Center oval rose cut diamond, 1.02ct but faces up like a 2.50ct diamond. Approximately H/I color and SI clarity. Complimented by rose a...

An early Victorian ruby, emerald and diamond ring, to the centre two old brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 0.5 carats in total, set between an emerald estimated to weigh 0.3...

Vintage Victorian style floral diamond ring, with a pear cut diamond center stone. Accommodated with an up to date appraisal by a GIA G.G. upon request. please contact us with any qu...

Displayed is a 0.76tcw vintage Colombian emerald and diamond ring. This is a perfect statement ring with three round emeralds. The emeralds are of good, varying quality and are hands...

This antique ring features eleven rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.25 carats set in darkened silver over 18kt yellow gold with a closed back setting in classic late Georgia...

This refined and lovely Victorian ring spotlights a vibrant octagon shaped emerald within a navette shaped field of glittering mine cut diamonds, subtly enhanced at the shoulders wit...

Vintage ring with 14 karat gold band and brilliant diamonds crowns, Italy 1860s Ring size US 6.5

A fine and impressive antique Victorian 1.72 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, silver set ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This fine and impressive Victorian diamond band ring has been crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with silver settings. This antique dress ring displays a horizontal row of five Old European cut diamonds, silver set to the center of the pierced decorated design. The central diamonds are encircled by eighteen Old European cut and mine cut diamonds silver set to the rounded, eliptical border. The feature flared 18k yellow gold ring shoulders divide in to four strands that integrate into the frame. The plain, hallmarked ring shank is accented with a subtle cuff design at the junction with the shoulders. The hallmarks to the interior of the shank include the 18k gold fineness mark (18k) and the silver guarantee mark (silver). This impressive early Victorian diamond ring...

Mesmerizing, the cat's eye color of chrysolite is here set in a delicate flower in 15 kt gold with a garnet center. The stones, other than the garnet are se...

George Nassau was an English country gentleman, and the brother of Henry, 5th Earl of Rochford. He was a historian and bibliophile and amassed an extensive library including many manuscripts on his home county Suffolk, with illustrations commissioned by him from leading artists of the time such as Thomas Gainsborough. His will notes that on his death, the following people were to receive mourning rings, valued at six guineas each: Reverend H.I. Berners, Sir William Rowley, John Wright Esq., Reverend William Gibson, Sir William Parker Bt., Sir Francis Hilman, Captain Hopkins, Reverend William Garratt, William Berners Esq., Reverend Dr Kilderlee, Colonel Dupuis, John Phillips Esq., Sir Robert Spencer Kilderlee Esq., James Saicer Esq., James Wenn Esq., Earl Ludlow, George Farrant Esq., John Butler...

155 years old Flower Ring in excellent condition. Four bezel set natural Opal settings Ø 4.25 mm/ 0.28ct each + one old diamond cut / claw set rosy Red Garnet setting Ø 4mm/0.25ct...

This antique, hand-crafted and American-made diamond domed cluster ring dates from 1861 with an engraving that reads: H. Mc. C. 1861. The ring contains approximately 1.50CT of old mi...

A Lovely Victorian 15 Carat Gold, Turquoise and Diamond "Forget Me Not" ring. The face of the ring made in shape of Forget Me Not on a beautiful scroll shoulders. Perfect as everyday...