This Belle Époque piece is such a pretty ring, and quite rare. Synthetic gemstones were at the cutting-edge of scientific lab research and development. The ability to produce a sapphire in laboratory enabled jewellers to source the perfect gemstone; displaying magical colours such as the centre sapphire in this cluster ring. The peach stone is undeniably charming, and such a beautiful colour, the pink and orange notes combine with the gold band are reminiscent of a sunset. I love the design which incorporates the use of repetition using the smaller daisy-shaped diamonds to mirror the overall shape of the ring. A very unique ring, it would make a wonderful dress piece or engagement ring.
Date & Design Period:
Circa 1900 | Early 20th Century
Metal Composition:
14ct Yellow Gold, Platinum. Austrian 14ct gold; Marked '585'
Stone Composition:
Synthetic Sapphire
Sapphire: 1.00ct
Length 7.6mm; Width 5.5mm; Depth 3.2mm
Diamond
Total diamond weight: 1.00ct . Clarity; VS2/SI1 Colour; H. Cut; old round-cut and rose-cut. All matching and original to the ring.
Front Head Dimensions:
Length 14.5mm; Width 16.5mm; Height of setting 3.5mm
Condition and Wear:
Excellent; minor wear commensurate with age. All stones secure, safely set in settings with platinum fully covering each stone, no damage to the setting. No scratches, cracks or chips to the sapphire or the diamonds.
Unless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).
