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Period: 18th Century
Gemstone: Diamond
Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Snake Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Snake Ring. This cute Victorian ring is crafted in 18K rose gold and has an old m...
Category
18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
0.25ct Diamond antique chunky solitaire engagement ring in 18ct yellow gold
Located in London, GB
0.25ct Diamond antique chunky solitaire engagement ring in 18ct yellow gold
0.25ct Diamond Victorian Antique Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Classic diamond solitaire ring in 18ct ...
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Mid-18th Century British Art Deco Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming diamond ring dating back to the Georgian period. The head of this dainty antique piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold with ornately curvaceous ...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful example of Georgian craftsmanship. This multi-layered cluster ring features an oval shaped rose cut diamond at the centre which is circulated by a slightly s...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Pink Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Two Row Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful antique Georgian diamond ring. The ring features 12 rose cut diamonds that are set in silver in a typical Georgian st...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an unusual large Georgian diamond cluster ring. The ring is in a triangular shape and features a negative space in the centre and is surrounded by nine rose cut diamonds vary...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Georgian Style Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, 18ct yellow gold, rose cut diamond ring. The ring is in a Georgian style and the band features wonderful foliate detail. Although the band is 18ct yellow gold th...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian Style Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, 18ct yellow gold, rose cut diamond ring. The ring is in a Georgian style and the band features wonderful foliate detail. Although the band is 18ct yellow gold th...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Mourning Locket Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely yellow gold Georgian mourning ring. The ring is set with a central old cut diamond and surrounded by five natural pearls and a border of black enamel. Each twisted s...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
4.56 Carat Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing our exquisite 4.56 Carat Oval Sapphire Ring, a regal masterpiece of timeless beauty and elegance. This captivating piece features a stunning 4.56 carat oval sapphire, sou...
Category
Early 18th Century Early Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Georgian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Mourning Locket Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderfully hand made yellow gold Georgian mourning ring. The ring is set with a central rose cut diamond in a cut collet setting and is surrounded by five original natural...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Gem Set Clover Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming Victorian clover ring. The ring is set with a trio of round gemstones including a ruby, sapphire and old cut diamond collectively forming the clover motif. T...
Category
18th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an antique diamond navette ring dating back to the Georgian era. It features an array of closely individually tension set rose cut diamonds of differing shapes and sizes; all...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian Emerald and Diamond Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful double heart ring taken from the Georgian era. This romantic piece showcases a duo of expertly cut pear shaped precious gemstones including an electric gree...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian Style 4.34 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a marvellous Georgian style diamond solitaire ring. Set upon a thin 18ct yellow gold band, the face of the piece presents a single oval faceted old cut diamond which has...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
An Enamel and Diamond Ring Late 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
The blue enamel oval plaque, set with rose-cut diamonds, the largest to the centre, all inlaid against cobalt black glass, the rose gold setting tapering into a crisp knife-edge shan...
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Bague jonc en or et diamant champagne 1.4 ct
Located in PARIS, FR
Bague jonc anglais en or 18k (750°/°°) sertie en son centre d'un diamant champagne pesant environ 1,4 ct. Travail probablement français des années 1970. Poinçon tête de hibou pour le...
Category
1770s European Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Trio Clover Motif Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5.5
Step back in time with this exquisite antique ring featuring a captivating trio of Old Mine Cut diamonds set in a charming clover motif. Crafted in luxurious 14 karat...
Category
18th Century Unknown Contemporary Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique rose cut diamond and ruby Giardinetti Mourning ring, Europe circa 1760
Located in Magdeburg, DE
This ring was made in Europe circa 1760 and is in very good, antique condition. The gemstones do not show any signs of wear.
The “Giardinetti” or “Little garden” rings appeared at t...
Category
Late 18th Century European Rococo Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Art Deco diamond and onyx ring 14KT yellow gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
CENTER STONE: NATURAL DIAMONDS (single cut)
CARAT: 0.03CT
CLARITY: VS
COLOR: G
CUT: ROUND
GRAM WEIGHT: 6.88gr
GOLD: 14KT yelllow gold
size: 6
Custom onyx pieces
WHAT YOU GET AT S...
Category
18th Century Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring Diamonds Blue Enamel solid 18k Gold Ø 6US /5.2gr
Located in SE
Great looking ring with an attached floret of seven old diamond cut Diamonds pave set in white Gold clusters and surrounded by 12 Blue Enamel panels smoothly conforming down the shou...
Category
Late 18th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Georgian Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding example of Georgian craftsmanship. This antique piece features a beautiful cluster of chunky rose cut diamonds of differing shapes and sizes. All stones h...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Dutch Crowned Heart Ring (Diamonds)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One Of a Kind Antique Ring originally produced in the Netherlands during the earl Victorian Era. Made of Sterling Silver and Gold, the ring features rose-cut diamonds in a cast setting. The heart motif looks similar to a claddagh ring and similarly represents love, loyalty and friendship. Ring measures a size 8 and the crowned heart...
Category
18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver
Antique 1760 Sentimental Rose Cut Diamond Ring Silver Gold Pansy Engraving
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This sentimental diamond ring was created in the 18th century. Five old cut diamond roses are mounted in silver onto a gold ring engraved at the back. Each diamond is engraved on its...
Category
1760s Unknown Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Platinum and 14 Karat Gold Aquamarine Ring with Diamonds
Located in Fairfield, CT
This ring is a fine example of Victorian-era craftsmanship, showcasing a blend of durability and elegance. The centerpiece, a cushion-cut aquamarine, is secured in a platinum setting...
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Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring Bague au Firmament Diamonds Enamel 18K Gold Ø6.75 US / 11.5 gr
Located in SE
Very likely French Ring, a variety of Bague au Firmamen late 18th. -early 19th. cent.
From 1775, jewelry with blue enamel backgrounds became popular in Europe, especially in England...
Category
Late 18th Century European Empire Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique Three-Stone Diamond Gypsy Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically styled three-stone diamond gypsy ring. This antique piece showcases a fabulous 0.60ct old cushion cut diamond at the centre of the face which is then flank...
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold 'Au Firmament' ring with blue glass and diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 14 carat gold ‘au Firmament’ ring set with an octagonal blue glass panel the bottom and top are cuvred like a clock gable set with three central cushi...
Category
1770s European Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful diamond ring originally dating back to the Georgian period. At the centre of the face we find a sizeable round shaped rose cut diamond. This principal stone...
Category
18th Century Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 18th. cent Ring natural Ruby Diamonds 14K Rose Gold Silver Ø 8US / 4.4gr
Located in SE
Antique Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring.
Likely 18th. century piece, French or German. No hallmarks, band tested close to 14K Gold.
Silver flower crown 15 mm x 13 mm x 6 mm deep.
Natur...
Category
1770s European Baroque Revival Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
Antique Rococo rose cut diamond Giardinetti ring, France around 1760
Located in Magdeburg, DE
This ring was most likely made in France around 1760 and is in very good, antique condition.
- Eleven rose cut diamonds, approx. 1.50 ct total
- 585/ 14 ct yellow gold and silver ...
Category
18th Century French Rococo Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Seventeenth Century Amethyst Intaglio Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval amethyst intaglio, depicting Apollo standing full length beside a column, with bow and arrow drawn, mounted in silver and gold, ring size 7
length 1.9cm, width 1.6cm
Weight:...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Amethyst, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Giardinetti Ring 1ct Emerald Diamond Ruby 14K Gold SilverØ 2.5US/4gr
Located in SE
Ca. middle/late 18th. century ring, 14K Rose Gold band with a 'Giardinetto' (small garden) openwork crown with Silver and Yellow Gold top. Array of foiled back natural Emerald, natur...
Category
1780s European Romantic Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 18th Century Brown Natural Diamond Rose Diamonds Heart Ring 14 Kt Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare and unusual 18th century ring is designed as a stylized heart and was created in 1760 ca. A heart shaped natural brown diamond is mounted in a closed silver setting. The br...
Category
Mid-18th Century Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a splendid diamond solitaire ring originally dating back to the Georgian period. A single sizeable rose cut diamond sits alone and proud in a bezel setting at the centre...
Category
18th Century Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming sapphire and diamond cluster ring. An oval faceted sapphire of Ceylon origin boasts a highly desirable mid-blue colour tone which is complemented around the o...
Category
18th Century Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous navette ring originally dating back to the Georgian period. The face of this antique piece has been crafted from yellow gold into a boat-like shape which play...
Category
18th Century Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian 18K gold half hoop 5 diamond ring
Located in Versailles, FR
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the charm of the Georgian era with this captivating half-hoop diamond ring. It shows a radiant line of five rose-cut diamonds, meticulously foiled back and claw bezel set in silver, which is typical to the era. The shank of the ring is crafted from 18K yellow gold. The diamonds have a total estimated weight of approximately 0.65cts.
These exquisite rose-cut diamonds, with their distinctive soft candlelight hue, exude a timeless beauty that modern diamonds rarely possess. The delicate foiling technique further enhances their appealing appearance, creating a mesmerizing spectacle of light and sparkle. The half-hoop design, a signature style of Georgian jewelry, is both elegant and versatile, allowing the ring to be easily stacked with other rings from your jewelry collection. (Another Georgian half hoop...
Category
18th Century French Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 18th Century Italian Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Solitaire ring in 18kt rose gold centered on a crowned rose-cut diamond , set with collet set foiled back rose-cut diamond, the shoulders adorned with diamond motifs set with smaller...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Georgian diamond and enamel memorial ring, circa 1790.
Located in London, GB
Georgian diamond and enamel memorial ring. Centrally composed of an oval plaque of dark blue engine turned enamel, the centre set with three cushion shaped old mine cut diamonds vert...
Category
1790s Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique Rose Diamond and Pearl Mourning Ring, circa 1770.
Located in London, GB
Georgian hair, diamond and pearl mourning ring. Set with twenty eight round rose cut diamonds in closed back grain settings with a combined approximate w...
Category
1770s Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Silver
Scarce Baroque Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring Bow Circa 1700
Located in London, GB
A fine example of a scarce seven-stone ruby and rose cut diamond ring dating from the early 18th century, circa 1700. The ring was made in Western Europe (probably Germany) and truly...
Category
Early 18th Century German Baroque Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
Vintage Italian Made Diamond Cluster Ring, Set With 2.37ct Victorian Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Looking for a stunning piece of jewellery that will take your breath away?
Check out this vintage italian made diamond cluster ring!
Set with 2.37ct victorian cut diamonds, 0.92ct ...
Category
Mid-18th Century British Art Deco Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georgian crowned diamond heart ring from turn of the century 18th/19th century.
Located in Malmö, SE
Georgian crowned heart ring from turn of the century 18th/19th century, circa 1780 – 1810. Making this ring some 240 years old! Decorated w...
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Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique late Baroque (Rococo), Diamond, Blue Enamel Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique late Baroque Diamond and Blue Enamel Eight pointed Star Ring (Rococo/ Georgian period)
A small portion of History, more 250 years old!!! (Iberian, Catalan not hallmarked).
...
Category
Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Georgian Natural Ruby Diamond Rare Urn Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent Georgian period Urn ring set with natural untreated Ruby and Diamond, possibly Burma, in 18 KT and silver
Elaborate scroll work with the Urn in the middle beautifully adorned with 1 pear mine cut...
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1780s English Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Scarce 18th Century Georgian Rococo Diamond Cluster Ring c. 1760 Rose Cut
Located in London, GB
A superb 18th century Rococo diamond cluster ring made in Western Europe (Germany or Holland), circa 1760. Three concentric rows of foil-backed rose cut...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georgian 1.30 Ct. Antique Cut Diamond 18 KT Locket Mourning Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Georgian Remembrance
This simply exquisite antique Georgian ring is 1790/1810 ca. – English origin
A rare example of memorial jewelry in use during Georgian period as keeper of remem...
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Scarce Antique Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Flower Floral Cluster Ring Rare Design
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Georgian diamond cluster ring, circa 1780-1820.
The silver-topped gold bezel exhibits a floral cluster of rose cut diamonds, all in closed-back rubover silver sett...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georgian 2.0 Ct rare Pointed Diamond Solitaire Plus
Located in Napoli, IT
Quintessence of beauty
A Stunning, rare, possibly pre Georgian Diamond solitaire ring
The beauty and the special charisma pieces of early je...
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Mid-18th Century European Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Antique 1.02 TCW Mine Cut Diamond White Gold & Platinum Cocktail Ring Size 4
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 4.7 Grams
Stone: Approx 1.02 TCW (0.02-0.14 ct) Old Mine Cut Diamonds
Face of Ring: 19.0 x 12.0 x 6.2 mm
Ring Size: 4
Hallmark: 14K & Platinum Tested
ITEM #:BR-1054-091923-15
Category
18th Century Art Deco Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Georgian Diamond & Green Foiled Rock Crystal Ring
Located in Danvers, MA
Crafted of gold testing around 18K, with silver collets holding the diamonds, the ring features a rectangular table cut rock crystal backed by green foil to the center, flanked by super chunky rose cut diamonds. In wonderful condition, this ring dates to the late 1700's to the early 1800's.
While the rock crystal shows some surface wear (mostly seen under magnification), the green foil still has wonderful glow that changes as you move the ring to different angles in the light.
Measuring approximately 6.2 x 5.5 mm, the crystal is still held securely in its gold bezel. The foil also shows wear when viewed with magnification, but much of it remains and shows beautifully. The rayed ring "butt" is in very good condition.
The two old rose cut diamonds create lovely contrast with their pretty sparkle. Very chunky with a high dome, they measure approximately 4.6 x 3.2 and 4.6 x 3.5 mm, respectively, including their silver settings. They remain in very good condition with no damage; I see a few tiny inclusions in one diamond with magnification, otherwise they are very clean. There is a little warmth to their color due to their closed back (likely foiled) settings. The silver collets show a little expected wear, but also remain in good condition for their age.
Dainty and elegant on the hand, the face of the ring measures approximately 14.8 x 5.5 mm, with an approximate 4.34 mm rise off the finger.
Tapering very slightly, the band measures approximately 2.4 mm at the shoulders and approximately 1.51 mm at the very back and is a bit oval in shape. There are no hallmarks, which is to be expected. On my scale the ring weighs 1.97 grams.
Smaller on a mandrel due to its shape, the ring fits me like a size 5.25, though might fit you a little differently depending upon the shape of your finger/knuckles. It could be sized up or down within reason by a skilled jeweler with experience in antique jewelry.
Please note that foiled jewelry...
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Georgian Crowned Heart Diamond Engagement ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Passion and Endurance
Meaningful and symbolic 1780 ca Georgian crowned heart ring, rare love token or engagement ring quite touching concep...
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1780s European Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Georgian Imperial Topaz Diamond distinctive 18 KT ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Imperial Topaz Magic Allure
Imperial topaz is also known as “precious topaz”. It is the most sought after natural topaz
Considered to be the colour of the setting sun, imperial topaz gets its name from the Russian Tsars...
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1790s European Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Gold
Antique 18k Rosy Gold Platinum Oval Cabochon Persian Turquoise Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a very lovely antique turquoise and diamond ring that was crafted in solid 18k gold with a platinum top during the Vict...
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18th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum
Ring Emerald Gents
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring are a one-of-a kind execution from the Renaissance era! Featuring 260 round cut diamonds 2.90 ct VS F color and one cabochon natural emerald 8.50 carat total we...
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Early 1700s Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Antique Georgian era 18K gold diamond statement ring
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a fabulous & very rare 18k statement ring featuring a beautiful blue pâte de verre in the center, surrounded by sparkling rose cut diamond...
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Late 18th Century French Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georgian 2.0 Ct Natural Sapphire 2.40 Ct Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful Georgian ring is 1790 ca.
Made of 18 Kt gold with silver potions
Round head overwhelmed by antique Flemish cut Diamonds for a total estimate of 2.40 Ct full of sparkle...
Category
Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
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Thousands of gem cutters worked in the city to process the diamonds that streamed in after the 1867 discovery of the Kimberley Mine, in South Africa. The way they hand cut and shaped the stones was distinctly different from what modern lapidaries do.
“The best old diamonds have high crowns [the top section of the stone] that release a spectrum of colors,” says Guy Burton, bespoke director at the esteemed vintage jeweler Hancocks, in London. “Some really nice Late Victorian gems are chunky, and there were really beautiful Asscher cuts done during the 1930s that display amazing angles a gem cutter would not work in today.” Late Victorian-era diamond rings are considered antique, while an Asscher cut is a step cut that was popularized during the Art Deco era. Other popular Art Deco step cuts include the emerald cut and the baguette cut. (While there are many different gemstone cuts, the main categories of cuts are brilliant, step and mixed.)
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