Elegant Marquise - Art Deco 14K White Gold Natural Marquise & Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring (ADR275)

Elegant Marquise - Art Deco 14K White Gold Natural Marquise & Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring. This exquisite ring is crafted from 14k white gold, hallmarked 14k for 14K gold, tested, and confirmed. The antique ring features one natural marquise cut diamond. two natural baguette diamonds, Art Deco era styling, and high quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is comprised of a beautiful expertly bezel-set sparkling marquise cut diamond, which is enhanced by a sparkling baguette diamond on each side. The band is smooth and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This elegant Art Deco era ring would make the most beautiful engagement ring for that special someone. Truly a classic and timeless piece. 

Note: Appraisal included with the ring. Contemporary appraisal do not reflect the value of antique jewelry. The ring is appraised at $5200.00 (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.

In France during the eighteenth century, King Luis XV ordered that a diamond be cut in such a way that would resemble the lips of Marquise de Pompadour who was his lover. The cut that came from this demand has come to be called the Marquise cut. Jewellers sometimes refer to this cut as a Navette cut.

The baguette cut of stone was created in the early 20th century from about the 1920s to 1930s. This style of cut was born because of its functionality. When the baguette stone emerged onto the jewellery scene it was during the time of the Art Deco and Art Nuevo period.

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 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 the Ring  14.50 mm  x 11.00 mm 

Stone Size: Diamond (Marquise) .65 carats     Baguette Diamonds .06 carats   Total Weight .71 carats 

Weight: 2.81 grams 

Ring Size: 5 1/4

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1920