The shank of this ring is made from 14k rose gold, while the front setting is made from silver. The front is set with seven diamonds, which have been placed in closed, rubbed-over settings. Traditionally, diamonds were set in silver settings to optically enhance their colour and brilliance, while the backs and shanks were made in gold, to prevent the silver from tarnishing and staining your skin.
What is interesting about this ring is that usually, similar rings are traditionally set with rose-cut diamonds. However, in this case, the design is centered by a table-cut diamond, flanked by three rose-cut diamonds on each side.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Size: US 7.5 / UK P / Circumference 56 mm.
The front setting measures 19 x 6 mm / 0.75 x 0.25 inches.
This ring could be sized if desired.
Weight: 2.02 grams.
Age: Early 19th Century, also known as the Georgian Era, circa 1820s.
Material: The outside of the shank carries three original hallmarks, which are unfortunately worn down. The inside of the shank carries modern hallmarks for 14k gold and 835 silver.
Condition: The ring is in antique condition with some wear, consistent with its age. The foils behind the rose-cut diamonds have slightly discoloured over time, which gives the diamonds a greyish look. There is a tiny chip on one of the rose-cut diamonds. The setting of the largest diamond has been pierced at the back.
Please note that this shop is based in the EU. Although antiques are exempt from taxes in most countries, buyers from outside the EU might be subject to import taxes.