Edwardian old cut diamond ring, English, circa 1905.
Ref: 15406
Edwardian old cut diamond ring, English, circa 1905. A
platinum ring set with one central round old cut diamond in a claw setting with an approximate weight of 1.10 carats, the split shoulders set with two
cushion shaped old cut diamonds bead set into stylized tulip shaped collets with an approximate total weight of 0.06 carats, all on a square ridged
shank.
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CUSHION
A square or rectangular stone with rounded corners and deep crown facets, found almost exclusively in antique jewellery.
EDWARDIAN
Description used for the period during the rule of Edward VII 1903-1910. For more information, see the 'Period' section.
OLD CUT DIAMOND
Refers to a stone cut with a circular shape and large CULET. These stones were cut to maximise light return in low light conditions predominantly prior to 1910. Also called an Old European Cut.
PLATINUM
Platinum is the hardest precious metal. It is lighter, harder and stronger than gold or silver which it superseded as a setting for diamonds making finer intricate settings possible. Platinum was first hallmarked in the UK in 1975.
Diamond
Diamond is the hardest of all gemstones (and the hardest naturally occuring mineral on earth)with a score of 10 on the Mohs scale. The word comes from the Greek word 'Adamas' meaning invincible. The diamond has been a highly prized gemstone for the last three thousand years.
Shank
The part of the ring that encircles the finger, not including the top piece or head.