Antique Victorian Hand Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

A  romantic antique Diamond engagement ring in the half hoop design which was beloved at the time. Dating to around the 1890's, this is a nicely preserved example ready for a new start! Such an incredibly sparkly display; these five old hand cut Diamonds date from the late 19th century when the new more 'perfectly' proportioned cuts were developing in workshops, and they are pristine white and clean quality. 

Unique, like trembling drops of water, the tiniest space between each quirkily shaped stone, finely graduated in side to the edges of the finger; the combined weight we have measured at around three quarters of a carat (conservatively judged with a Schindler gauge). The beauty of the light which is refracted from the hand cut facets is magical; each of the stones was cut from a single Diamond crystal in sympathy with the original earth borne beauty, plump in profile and oh, so captivating.... the romantic drama of nature!

The finely crowned setting of fine Platinum was made by hand in a cathedralesque mood and rests upon the chunky rounded tapered 18ct yellow Gold band sitting neatly next to an antique wedding band. 

 A wonderful and original choice as an engagement or anniversary ring, you'll never see another exactly the same. 

Stones: Natural hand cut antique Diamonds. We have conservatively judged the stones in their setting at around 0.10: 0.15: 0.23: 0.15: 0.10 (around 0.75ct). 

Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold tested but unmarked.

Ring Size: O or 7 as is but possible to alter for fit

Measurements: 15mm across the finger

In most cases the boxes are for display only but a nice quality modern reproduction box will accompany this piece.

If you'd like to pay for this piece in parts, you'll find our layaway terms here.