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Art Deconaturalpearl and diamondcross over ring. Set diagonally with a round natural saltwater pearl, approximately 6.8-6.9 x 5.7mm in an open back setting, further set with one round old cut diamond, I/J colour, VS1/VS2 clarity, with an approximate weight of 1.30 carats in an open back claw setting, further enhanced with ten round eight cutdiamonds, I/J colour, VS1/VS2 clarity, with a combined weight of 0.35 carats in open back grain settings. The total approximate diamond weight is 1.65 carats, to an elegant cross over design featuring curving claws, a finely pierced gallery and fancy open backholing, flanked by inwardly tapering shoulders that flow through to a solid D-shapeshank. Marked 18 carat white gold with platinum settings, unknown maker's mark 'P&C', French, circa 1920, accompanied by Gemmological Certification Services report #5776-6868.
Rings are one of the most powerful and evocative pieces of jewellery. In its most rudimentary form, a ring is a simple band, composed of any material from bone, wood, glass to precious metal, which encircles the finger.
Rings are worn not just for personal adornment and displaying wealth and status, but also for a number of symbolic reasons including a statement of love, religious and superstitious belief, providing proof of identity and also marking births and deaths.
Finger rings trace their origin back the ancient world and each civilisation created specific styles which incorporated motifs and designs particular to their cultural identity. For example the ancient Egyptians wore signet rings often in the form of a scarab beetle or the sun which were motifs important to their society; also rough gemstones such as rock crystal and amethyst were carved and pierced through with gold wire and rotated around a hoop.
Rings are often seen as a symbol of love, with the never-ending circle denoting the infinity of sentiment. This concept was first invented by the ancient Greeks; it was however during the Roman period, that rings were formally introduced as part of the marriage ceremony.
Berganza’s collection of ancient, antique and vintage rings encompass a profusion of varied designs, from complicated ornate rings through to simple dainty rings, every single one unique and hand crafted.
Art Deco natural pearl and diamond cross over ring, French, circa 1920.
Art Deco natural pearl and diamond cross over ring. Set diagonally with a round natural saltwater pearl, approximately 6.8-6.9 x 5.7mm in an open back setting, further set with one round old cut diamond, I/J colour, VS1/VS2 clarity, with an approximate weight of 1.30 carats in an open back claw setting, further enhanced with ten round eight cut diamonds, I/J colour, VS1/VS2 clarity, with a combined weight of 0.35 carats in open back grain settings. The total approximate diamond weight is 1.65 carats, to an elegant cross over design featuring curving claws, a finely pierced gallery and fancy open backholing, flanked by inwardly tapering shoulders that flow through to a solid D-shape shank. Marked 18 carat white gold with platinum settings, unknown maker's mark 'P&C', French, circa 1920, accompanied by Gemmological Certification Services report #5776-6868.