OMG! The Colour! - Art Deco Platinum Natural Blue Zircon & Baguette Diamond Ring (ADR276)

OMG! The Colour! - Art Deco Platinum Natural Blue Zircon & Baguette Diamond Ring.  This exquisite ring is crafted from platinum, hallmarked platinum, tested and confirmed.  Featuring one natural round cut blue zircon, 2 natural baguette diamonds, Art Deco era styling, and high quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is expertly claw-set with a beautiful blue zircon, displaying bluish/greenish hues. The gorgeous blue zircon is enhanced by two large sparkling baguette diamonds. The shank is smooth and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This Art Deco era piece would make an extraordinary engagement ring, gift, or addition to any fine jewelry collection. Truly a ring to be cherished and enjoyed or many years to come.  

Comments: Fantastic and rare example. Wonderful colour on the zircon, and rare large baguette diamonds. 

Note: Appraisal included with the ring.  This contemporary appraisal does not reflect the antique value. Appraised at $5975.00 CD (Tax Excluded) 

Diamond History The earliest diamonds were found in India in 4th century BC, although the youngest of these deposits were formed 900 million years ago. A majority of these early stones were transported along the network of trade routes that connected India and China, commonly known as the Silk Road.

In 1953, GIA formally created its diamond grading system, known as the 4 C's. The 4 Cs of diamond quality are the universally recognized diamond grading system still to be used today.  1n 1955, GIA presented its first diamond grading reports, which became the hallmark of grading reports in the diamond industry. Before this time in antiquity clients did not care about diamond grading. It was based more so on the size of the diamonds (according to budget) , style, and sentiment.  This ring is a wonderful example of the Art Deco era, just beautiful! 

The baguette diamond, characterized by its elongated rectangular step-cut and 14 to 24 facets, originated from the 16th century diamonds used in noble monograms. It was officially reintroduced and popularized by Cartier in 1912 and boomed during the geometric Art Deco movement of the 1920s and 1930s

Blue zircon is a highly brilliant, naturally occurring silicate mineral. While its host material dates back over 4.4 billion years—making it the oldest known mineral on Earth—the vibrant blue variant gained widespread prominence during the Victorian era in the 1880s as a favorite among the British elite.

The name is derived from the Spanish platina, meaning "silver." Platinum was discovered in South America independently by Antonio de Ulloa in 1735 and by N. Wood in 1741, but it had been in use by pre-Columbians. 

Measurements: Face of Ring 18.00 mm x 9.50 mm 

Stone Size: Blue Zircon 3.95 carats    Diamond (Baguette) .30 carats  

Weight: 6.22 grams 

Ring Size: 6 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1920