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Antique 1880s Victorian Old Mine Diamond Onyx Cocktail Cluster Engagement Ring

$8,300
£6,345.79
€7,309.07
CA$11,630.84
A$12,984.74
CHF 6,803.81
MX$158,946.02
NOK 86,408.47
SEK 81,472.21
DKK 54,548.34
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A SUPER RARE, an absolute treasure, Authentic Victorian CIRCA 1880s Diamond Cluster 14k Gold Ring This breathtakingly shimmering, super rare and highly collectible the 19th Century Victorian Cluster, reflects the severity of the Neoclassical style revival of the 1770s, always symmetrical with elongated into an oval shape and large enough to cover most of the finger. This brilliant diamond 14k Gold Cluster of oval outline with a principal old mine cut diamond surrounded by 9 old mine cut diamonds with large cut facets that cause it to flash with slow and stunning sparks of colorful fire, and is enhanced by the black stone, likely onyx. The total weight of Old Mine diamonds is estimated 1.10ct. Old cut diamonds can be dangerous. The more of them you see, the more of them you desire to own! Old Cuts like these are more like individual works of art. The Central diamond is approx. 0.40ct E-F color and VS1 clarity. SUPER BRILLIANT, White and Very Clear. The measurements of the Diamond are 4.80x4.50x2.80mm. There are 9 sparkly old mine cut diamonds surrounding the center on hand wrought and beautifully engraved prongs, that are E-F in color and SI-I clarity, with totaling weight of approx. 0.70ctw. These Old Cut Diamonds are so magical! Gorgeous chunky facets and the brilliance is tantalizing, will make you want to look into the diamonds endlessly. Unusually high quality for that period! This singular and sensational Victorian ring measures (super large): North to South is 17.07mm, West to East is 14.28mm ! The diamond cluster measurements are 11.88mmx10.49mm. The height is 8.53mm. This DIAMOND ring is hand crafted in 14k GOLD ( tested). The shoulders are tapers down from 8.18mm to 2.41mm. The ring is a size 6( sizable). Nice and Solid, the weight is 6.40gr. This ring is so bright and lively that it's difficult to keep your eyes off of it, even in the dark! By daylight, by moonlight, even by candlelight this ring is the essence of late Victorian Romance. This Amazing Cluster can be worn as an Engagement ring or as a right hand ring! History right on your finger! The ring is in very good antique condition. Overall light wear commensurate with age and use. Diamonds are bright and well matched, and seem all original. The setting has light wear. Given the ring's age and condition, we think that it was staying in one family without being sold and re-sold. The black stone was taken out of the ring in order to be repolished. The ring has being polished. *** Since we list antique and vintage items we try to make sure to identify any issues. However please go over the photos so you can assess any wear issues that would matter to you personally. If you are looking for an engagement ring with lots of history or just everyday glamor right hand ring , this could be your ring! You'll love its color, the way it catches the light with lots of fire. Estimated replacement value $12,700.00 Comes with a gift box, EGL USA Ring Certificate and appraisal for your insurance purposes. **Hand cut but craftsmen who spent decades learning their craft. These cutters used no computers, no lasers, they used their eyes, their experience and their hands, often cutting with tools they had made themselves. The result is a diamond with a uniqueness of character that simply cannot be found in todays modern cut stones. DR1781522
  • Ring Size:
    6.5 US, Resizable
  • Metal:
  • Stone:
  • Stone Cut:
  • Weight:
    6.4 g
  • Style:
  • Lab Report Available:
    EGL USA 400175179D
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The ring is in very good antique condition. Overall light wear commensurate with age and use. All diamonds are present and appear original. No signs of damage to the mount. The ring has being polished.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1677224250022

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