Provenance

Original to c.1905, this dainty emerald and old-mine cut diamond cluster ring is the epitome of Edwardian elegance. Set to centre with a natural Colombian emerald with a vivid botanical green saturation. Rub-over set finished with fine millegrain edging. Surrounded by a cluster of cushion-shape old-mine cut diamonds.

The emerald is encircled by a cluster of cushion-shaped old-mine cut diamonds. Their softly glowing brilliance provides a striking contrast, heightening the vibrancy of the central stone. Characterised by their romantic sparkle, deep proportions and broad, hand-cut facets, old-mine cut diamonds are full of charming character! Very well matched in colour and clarity, grain-set and encased by a rub-over border with delicate millegrain edging. The gallery is intricately pierced with a scalloped petal-like design which adds a lovely and rather intimate touch to the design. Shoulders that are slightly raised with chenier detail, elegantly tapers into a solid platinum band. 

Edwardian jewellery is recognised by an air of lightness and brightness which was a clean break from the heavy and ornate gold designs of the Victorian era. This lightness was made possible with the revolutionary introduction of platinum, which was used in jewellery from 1901 onwards. Much stronger and whiter than silver, platinum allowed for intricate designs such as the gallery seen on this ring. The ring's profile is extraordinarily low, it sits as close to your skin as possible which makes it ridiculously comfortable and practical to wear. A very pretty Edwardian piece which has been beautifully crafted. 

The Stones

• Emerald weight: 0.15ct
• Emerald size: Length 3.1mm; Width 3.1mm; Depth 2.5mm
  
• Total diamond weight: 0.30ct; Cushion old-mine cut diamonds.

The Band

• Metal Composition: Platinum

The Ring Overall

• Front Head Dimensions: Length 11.65mm; Width 10.8mm
• Height of Setting: 4.95mm
  

General Wear & Condition

• Excellent: minor wear commensurate with age. All stones are secure and well set, with no damage to the mount. Professionally polished and carefully inspected by our workshop, ready to wear and enjoy.

Unless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).