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Find Out MoreA stunning 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold ring in wonderful condition that was made in London in 1842. It has been set with an old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... diamondA precious, lustrous gemstone made of highly compressed carbon. Diamonds are one of the hardest materials known to mankind. Colours of diamonds range from colourless, yellow, orange and brown to almost black. Natural coloured (or ‘fancy’) diamonds can be extremely rare. The cut, colour, clarity and carat weight of a diamond are the criteria jewellers use.... The diamond has been foiled to give it greater translucency so it is a really bright white stone. It contrasts well with the surrounding black enamelA pigmented glass-like material used in powdered form and fused onto the metal surface of a piece of jewellery. within a raised gold frame. The black enamel continues around the shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger.. It was originally made as a mourningRings made especially to mark the death of a loved one. Often called 'memento mori' rings. Rare examples survive intact and are highly collectable. ring but nowadays can be worn as a dress ring. This ring cannot be sized as it may affect the black enamel.
This ring is int only unusual but is in great condition.
Assayed in 1842
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Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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