Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring

A fiery old European-cut diamond set in a yellow gold bezel solitaire mounting circa 1910, the solid chunky design perfect to protect and showcase the warm prismatic sparkle of the stone. Hand-engraved wild roses surround the diamond, and extend down the shoulders adding romantic symbolism and a touch of texture.

Not only April's birthstone and a classic engagement favorite, diamonds are also a traditional reference to fidelity, constancy, power and strength, among other things. During the Middle Ages, it was believed that a diamond would grow darker in the face of guilt and shone most brightly for the innocent and pure of heart.

Details: Measuring approximately 3.8" (9.67 mm) north to south with the shoulders tapering gently through to 3.35 mm at the center back. The natural diamond is approximately 1.10 ct, VS-2 clarity and M/N color. Not marked for gold content but XRF tests to 10k, with an unknown hallmark inside the band. Weighs approximately 5.5 grams.

The ring will come with a full appraisal by a third party G.I.A. and AGA certified gemologist.

Size: Currently size 7 and resizable about two full sizes without issue. Please send us a message before purchase if you are interested in the details of our sizing service.

Condition: In excellent condition, with a gentle antique patina speaking to dignified age.

History: Old European-cut diamonds are the immediate predecessor to the modern brilliant-cut, developed around the turn of the 20th century, and boast higher crowns, chunky facets, deeper pavilions and open culets. Each stone will have its own unique and individual personality: a warm friendly energy that sets them apart from the uniformly perfect diamonds of today.