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Antique Belle Époque Ring with Diamonds in Platinum on Gold, c. 1905

€ 1,190.00 ^*

Content 1 piece

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Antique Belle Époque Ring with Diamonds in Platinum on Gold, c. 1905

Description

This description was automatically translated from German. If you have any questions about this piece of jewellery, we will be happy to help!

A sweeping composition of diamonds is the showpiece of this ring, which captures the sumptuous and playful taste of the Belle Époque. The ring is forged from 14-karat gold, but where diamonds are set, it is made from platinum: this allows the stones to shine brighter and appear whiter. The largest diamonds are also set in prongs, so that a particularly large amount of light reaches them and makes them sparkle. The ring was created around 1905, as can be seen from the cut of the diamonds. Their shape, the so-called old cut, changed continuously until the modern full cut finally became established in the middle of the 20th century. At the beginning of the century, however, the cuts were still a little more individual. It is a great pleasure to look at the individual stones through a magnifying glass and notice their unique contours and proportions. Diamond jewelry was more coveted than ever in the period we call the Belle Époque. Not only had the discovery of new mines in South Africa made the precious gemstone more available, but the new electric light made diamond jewelry shine in the evening like never before. Bold, elegant designs meant that even a rich diamond setting did not appear too heavy. This ring is therefore a child of its time in every respect.

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€ 1,190.00 ^*

Content 1 piece

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