Vintage Romance: The Journey of a Diamond Ring

A vintage engagement or anniversary ring, dating back to circa 1870, showcases the elegance of its period with a magnificent large rose cut diamond, estimated at 1.60ct, nestled amongst 16 additional rose cuts. This piece, which began its journey as the clasp of a necklace, has been artfully transformed into a ring that embodies both history and romance. The harmonious blend of 18k yellow gold and silver epitomises the vintage appeal, ensuring this ring remains a cherished emblem of devotion.

Antique jewelry object group
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)

Condition
good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Vintage
See also: vintage jewelry
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Period
ca. 1870
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material
18k yellow gold and silver , see also: The silver on gold technique (touchstone tested)
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Extra information
Most probably "born" as closure of a necklace and somewhere in its life changed into this ring.

Diamonds
One large rose cut diamond. Normally we do not have the weight of rose cut diamonds (which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts) but since this is an extraordinary large one we made an educated guess that the weight of this stone is approximately 1.60ct.
16 rose cut diamonds . We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

All color stone weights are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
It is a very common practice to treat gemstones to intensify their clarity or colour. The item in question has not been tested in this regard.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
top of ring 1,56 cm (0,61 inch) x 1,89 cm (0,74 inch)
see picture with a ruler in millimeters and inches

Weight
5,60 gram (3,60 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 54 & 17¼ , Size USA: 6¾ , Size UK: N

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
23251-0317

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