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Artistry On Ice - Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond & Sapphire Ring.  This wonderful ring is crafted from 18K white gold, stamped with a faint 18K hallmark.  Featuring an old European cut diamond, 4 natural Rose Cut diamonds, 6 natural custom cut synthetic sapphires, Art Deco styling and quality gold-work.  This exquisite ring boasts a stunning antique cut diamond, surrounded by a rectangular frame of white gold, which has pierced decoration and adorned by sparkling Rose Cut diamonds.  The central diamond is flanked by beautiful royal blue sapphire (synthetic sapphires are a characteristic of Art Deco jewelry),  adding contrast and beauty to the ring.  The shoulders and the shank are polished and smooth, which allows for a comfortable fit. This art deco era ring looks stunning when worn, artistically beautiful and so elegant!

Note: Appraisal included with the ring. This contemporary appraisal does not reflect the antique value. Comments: Wonderful Old European Cut diamond and beautiful pierced work.  Very fine workmanship. 

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.

History : Holding a piece of jewelry that contains an antique diamond feels like you’re handling ancient treasure. And for good reason! While modern diamonds are mined and cut by the millions each year, a limited number of Old Mine and Old European Cut diamonds exist in the market today.

These precursors to our modern day round brilliant cuts offer a distinct visual experience from the way their hand cut facets play with light. The facets are wider and more geometric, resulting in pops of sparkle instead of the disco ball dazzle we see in modern diamonds. They’re perfectly imperfect, and that’s what gives them their charm.

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! 

In ancient Greece and Rome, kings and queens were convinced that blue sapphires protected their owners from envy and harm. ... In folklore, history, art, and consumer awareness, sapphire has always been associated with the color blue. Its name comes from the Greek word sappheiros, which probably referred to lapis lazuli.

Measurements: Face of Ring 14.00 mm x 13.00 mm 

Stone Size: Diamond(Old European Cut) .26 carats  Diamonds (side) .05 carats   Sapphire .25carats 

Weight: 2.60 grams 

Ring Size: 6 3/4  

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: 1920s