Flower of Light

Antique Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring in Rose Gold, German, c. 1890

€ 8,190.00 ^*

Content 1 piece

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Antique Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring in Rose Gold, German, c. 1890

Description

This description was automatically translated from German. If you have any questions about this piece of jewellery, we will be happy to help!

A large old cut diamond of around 1.25 carats is at the centre of this ring. Ten further old cut diamonds are grouped around it like petals. Their settings are so discreet that they almost disappear in the light when viewed from above: The result is a flower of light and white brilliance. The shape of the diamond has evolved over many centuries. The early cuts of the 17th and 18th centuries already defied the rough crystal by adding more facets; however, as diamonds were so extraordinarily precious, the cuts remained closer to the basic shape of the rough crystal, the octahedron, in order to save material. When new diamond deposits were discovered in the last third of the 19th century, not only was the foundation stone laid for the magnificent diamond jewellery of the Belle Époque – diamond cutters were also able to accept more material loss, render the shape of the brilliant ever rounder and thus optimize its refraction of light. Today, we refer to round old cuts as the so-called old European cut. The cut of the diamonds also helps to date this ring. The prong settings, the lily shape of the ring shoulders and the colour of the gold also reveal that this is a work of the late 19th century. In the 1880s and early 1890s, pure diamond jewellery that showcased the luxurious stones as clusters or solitaires was particularly sought-after – even in engagement rings. We were able to purchase this beautiful ring here in Berlin. It is in very good condition, and effortless and comfortable to wear thanks to the close-fitting prongs and the relatively flat ring face. An independent gem lab report on the materials is enclosed with the ring.

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Flower of Light

€ 8,190.00 ^*

Content 1 piece

Incl. VAT, Shipping

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