Delightful-Edwardian English 18K Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond & Sapphire Gypsy Ring (EDR069)

Delightful-Edwardian English 18K Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond & Sapphire Gypsy Ring. This exquisite ring is crafted from 18K yellow gold, 18 for 18K gold hallmarked with a British Hallmark, Chester, a letter date for 1901, and a makers mark A.W.C & Co. The ring features five natural rose cut diamonds, two natural round cut sapphires, Victorian/Edwardian era styling, and high quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring showcases beautiful blue sapphires , and glowing diamonds, which adorn an engraved flower. The shoulders of the ring are also decorated with delicate engravings. The shank is smooth and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit. This Edwardian era ring would make a perfect gift for that special someone or wonderful addition to your antique jewelry collection. 

Note: Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the antique value of antique jewelry. It is recommended that this antique ring be insured for $1200.00 (Tax Excluded) 

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.

The rose cut originated in the 1500's and was commonly used through the Georgian and Victorian eras. Like other antique diamond cuts, they were cut by hand and meant to dazzle under candlelight. Their large, wide facets performed exquisitely in low light conditions.

The celestial blue color of this gemstone symbolized heaven and attracted divine favor and wise judgment. Greeks wore sapphire for guidance when seeking answers from the oracle. Buddhists believed that it brought spiritual enlightenment, and Hindus used it during worship.

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

Victorian and Edwardian gypsy rings are one of the most distinctive jewels of the Victorian/Edwardian era. Pleasing to look at and also to wear, these exquisite yellow gold rings feature one or more diamonds or gems deep-set into the band so that they sit flush with the surface of the gold.

In the United Kingdom, the Edwardian era spanned the reign of King Edward VII from 1901 to 1910 and is sometimes extended to the start of the First World War. The death of Queen Victoria in January 1901 marked the end of the Victorian era.

Measurements: Ring (Width) 6.00 mm 

Stone Size: Diamonds .03 carats   Sapphire .03 carats 

Weight: 1.90 grams 

Ring Size: 7 1/4 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: England, Chester 

Date: Dates 1901