A wonderfully impressive 18ct gold Art Nouveau twist ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is set with two very bright white diamonds that are three quarters o a carat each. The shoulders are set with small diamonds. The top is platinum.}

A wonderful and unusual platinum ring. It is set with a large oval faceted Siberian amethyst that has red and pink flashes within the purple colour. The shank is set with graded rose diamonds to the pierced gallery. A perfect dress ring and it would certainly attract attention!}

This is a very pretty 18ct gold ring with a raised centre old mine cut diamond and seven smaller old mine cut diamonds around it in a daisy cluster design. It has decoration on the shoulders which is an added detail that was often done in the Edwardian period. It was made circa 1900-1910 and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A lovely Art Deco 18ct gold ring with a platinum top.It is set with four well matched bright white diamonds with French cut sapphires around them. The platinum has a millgrain decoration around the stones. The meaning of "Millgrain" is a "thousand beads" from the French word. It is the small bumps that you see above on the side of the diamonds and sapphires. The millgrain can be done in two ways. Either it can be hand beaded by a diamond setter or hand engraver, or it can be put on by a millgrain machine. This is an added detail that makes the ring special. It sits low on the finger and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A really pretty diamond cluster ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is pave set with bright white well matched graded diamonds and sits low on the finger. The top is platinum and the shank is 18ct yellow gold. This style of ring is so easy to wear and this ring would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

An attractive 18ct gold ring set with a cornflower blue sapphire in the centre. It is surrounded by ten well matched white diamonds in a white gold setting. It would make a beautiful engagement ring as it is the perfect size, not too big and not too small!}

A pretty 18ct gold late Victorian ring that was made circa 1880-1900. It has been set with a central old mine cut diamond in a gypsy star setting, with a sapphire on either side in square settings. On either side there are millgrained edges. The literal translation for millgrain, a french word, is a thousand grains. When used in jewellery it refers to a decoration on the edges of the surface and is achieved by using a knurling tool. This adds extra detail to this sweet ring.}

A well made platinum ring set with twenty one evenly matched white diamonds with a total weight of one and a half carats. These rings were very popular in the 1920s and were often worn with other gemstone eternity rings such as sapphires, rubies and emeralds. It has engraved decorative edges.}

A wonderful Art Deco platinum ring that was made in the 1920s. In the centre it is set with three large diamonds that are slightly raised. They have a total weight of 1.10 carats. Around them are smaller diamonds in a scalloped design. The platinum has millgrain work. The literal translation for millgrain, a french word, is a thousand grains. When used in jewellery it refers to a decoration on the edges of the surface and is achieved by using a knurling tool. It would be perfect as an engagement ring.}

A smart Art Deco ring set with a half carat diamond in a square setting. The shank is 18ct white gold and the top is platinum. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A lovely Georgian mourning ring with a typical simple plain shank. The top is a finely executed miniature of an obelisk monument with a weeping willow tree curved over it. This has all been done with hair. Around the miniature are small natural split pearls. Pearls were often used in mourning jewellery, and are said to represent the tears of the mourning loved ones of the deceased. I am always amazed at the detail in these early rings. They must have had very good eyesight and patience! On the reverse is engraved "R Birt Ob (died) 23 may 1773"}

A very bright and pretty three stone diamond ring that was made circa 1900-1915. The diamonds are good bright white and well matched stones and it is nice that the one in the centre is slightly larger as it gives the ring a good balance when worn. The shank is decorated on either side which gives this ring added character. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A beautiful 18ct gold ring set with a rectangular emerald surrounded by rose cut diamonds. The shank is pierced which gives the ring a lighter look. It was made circa 1900-1910 and would make a wonderful engagement or dress ring.}

A rare 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1800-1820. It has three bands that pass through the under side of the round part. The middle band has been enamelled in Royal blue as has the top with white enamel added. In the centre is a natural split pearl. The two outer bands have ornate ribbed decoration. It is a really pretty ring but cannot be sized.}

A most unusual Art Deco ring that was most likely made in Austria, circa 1920-1930. It is set with a bouton coral with four radiating cut onyx pieces and rose diamonds in between. The top is platinum and the shank is 18ct gold. Cartier used this combination of stones in their jewellery of the same period. it is a smart, well made, and a very stylish ring.}

A very pretty five stone graduated diamond ring. It is 18ct gold with a platinum top and was made circa 1900-1914. The stones are good white diamonds. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold ring with platinum around the three diamonds. It is an interesting slanted design with the gold shank enclosing the three diamonds. It was made circa 1900-1914 and would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A platinum ring that was made circa 1910-1925. It is set with two well matched white diamonds with small diamonds in the shoulders. The design is a crossover which was very popular in the early 20th century and looks just as good now. It would make a perfect engagement ring.}

A pretty Edwardian ring that was made circa 1900-1915. It is an 18ct gold shank with a platinum top, and is a lovely design with a slightly larger central diamond and smaller diamonds around it and on the shoulders. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A very pretty Edwardian 18ct gold & platinum top ring that was made circa 1910. It is in a catherine wheel design and set with a central diamond with 10 smaller diamonds around it. It would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

An interesting 14ct gold ring that was made in Denmark in the 1930-1940 period. It is typical of Scandinavian design with two bold leaves and a flower in the centre. A very wearable every day ring.}

This is a pretty impressive 18ct gold ring. It is set with a central 1.5 carat sapphire and has over one and a half carats of well matched diamonds around it. It was made in the 1980s.}

A very special Art Deco ring. They are so hard to find in such good condition and this ring is really beautiful. The diamond design is highlighted with a millgrain edge.  This is the name given to a  decoration in the form of tiny beads that are raised using a knurling tool and which add intricate detail. It would make a stunning engagement ring.}

This is a stunning platinum ring. It was made circa 1910-1920 and is set with a central cluster of old European cut diamonds in millgrain settings. The literal translation for millgrain, a french word, is a thousand grains. When used in jewellery it refers to a decoration on the edges of the surface and is achieved by using a knurling tool. This adds extra detail to the ring. Around the edge are rose diamonds in a scalloped design with split shoulders that are also set with rose diamonds. It is a beautiful ring with good bright white diamonds, and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A pretty 15ct gold ring set with turquoise and a rose diamond in a "Forget me not" flower motif. This was a pun on the flower of the same name and it was intended to mean remembering someone. On the reverse is a locket section which was intended to hold a lock of hair. It was made circa 1820-1830.}

A beautiful late Victorian 18ct gold ring with a carved half hoop shank. It is set with three well matched good mid blue sapphires with two diamonds in between. There are tiny rose diamond points, as they are called, that give the ring a good line on either side. This was often the case with rings of this age. It would be a lovely engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring set with five old European cut diamonds. The diamonds are well matched lively white stones. It was made circa 1880-1900 and has a carved half hoop shank. This is the scrollwork on the sides which was a popular design in the late 1800s.. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A beautiful 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1890. It is set with three well matched white old European cut diamonds with four tiny rose diamond "points", as they are known, in between. The shank is a fluted design which adds interest to the ring. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

An unusual Art Deco 14ct white gold ring. It is an asymmetrical design and set with four well matched white diamonds with small rose diamonds interspersed. It was made circa 1920-1930 in Germany where many wonderful ring designs were produced. It would make a wonderful dress or engagement ring.}

This ring has lots of movement in the design. It is 18ct gold and platinum and set with a quarter of a carat diamond in the centre. The shoulders are set with rose diamonds. It was made circa 1900-1915 in Belgium. It would be an unusual engagement ring.}

A pretty little ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is set with small evenly matched white diamonds in a daisy cluster design with a diamond on either side. the shank is 18ct gold and the top is platinum. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A very pretty Art Deco ring that was made circa 1920. It has an 18ct gold shank with a platinum top, and is set with nine well matched white diamonds in the style that was so popular then. This ring is ideal as an engagement ring.}

An unusual shaped Art Deco ring that was made circa 1920. It is set with an oval natural Basaltic sapphire with three diamonds on top and below. There is a diamond to each side of the sapphire. It has been millgrained on the platinum which is a good extra detail. A Millgrain wheel is a tiny, decorated wheel that leaves a trail of miniature balls when rolled along a sharp edge of metal. The shank is 18ct gold with a platinum top. It would make a great engagement ring.}

A striking Art Deco ring that was made in the 1920s. It is set with a rectangular deep blue sapphire which is surrounded by graded rose diamonds. The shank is 18ct yellow gold and the top is platinum. It would make an amazing dress or engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold three stone twist ring set with two diamonds and an aquamarine. It was made in 1970 in London. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

This is a lovely 18ct gold ring with a platinum top. The two diamonds are well matched white stones. What makes this ring stand out are the shoulders set with small rose cut diamonds in a Stylised leaf setting. It was made circa 1900-1910 and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A stunning platinum ring that was made in the 1920s. It is set with a three quarter of a carat diamond. It is a good clear white stone. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A pretty sapphire and diamond cluster ring. It is 18ct gold and consists of an oval deep blue sapphire surrounded by twelve well matched white diamonds. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A very pretty 14ct gold ring that was made in Germany circa 1900-1915. It is set with two well matched rubies with a diamond in between in a crossover design. The shoulders are set with graded smaller diamonds. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold and platinum topped Edwardian ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is set with bright white diamonds in a daisy cluster with split shoulders. It has a millgrain edge. The literal translation for millgrain, a french word, is a thousand grains. When used in jewellery it refers to a decoration on the edges of the surface and is achieved by using a knurling tool. The effect is light and pretty. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A smart square topped ring with clean lines. It is 18ct gold with a platinum top with a millgrain edge. The literal translation for millgrain, a french word, is a thousand grains. When used in jewellery it refers to a decoration on the edges of the surface and is achieved by using a knurling tool. The diamonds are well matched white stones. It was made in 1975 in Birmingham. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A good three stone sapphire and diamond ring that was made circa 1880-1900. It is set with three well matched sapphires that are of Burma origin. In between are four bright old mine cut diamonds. The shank is decorated on either side with a scalloped and claw design which is called a carved half hoop. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A really pretty, stylish and well made 18ct white gold ring. It is set with a mid blue Ceylon sapphire with splayed diamond baguettes on either side and round diamonds above and below the sapphire in the Art Deco style. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A beautiful 18ct gold ring designed as a graduated brilliant cut diamond diagonal line with asymmetric shoulders. The diamonds are well matched and very white stones. It is a big look and would make an amazing engagement ring.}

A good 18ct gold ring with a platinum top set with a half carat bright white diamond. It was made in the 1920-1935 period. On either side is a leaf design set with three small diamonds. It is a very pretty ring and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A wonderful 18ct gold snake ring that was made in Birmingham in 1855. It is wide with graded old mine cut diamonds along the snake's head. The traditional meaning of this benevolent looking serpent is "Eternal love". It is a fantastic look when worn.}

A very pretty 18ct gold ring with a platinum top that was made circa 1920. It is set with a carat of bright white and well matched diamonds in a daisy cluster design. This style of ring is perfect for an engagement ring.}

A neat 18ct gold ring set with a single old cut diamond set in a platinum rub over setting. The shoulders are pierced on the sides which add a pretty detail to this ring. It was made in the early 1900s and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold that was made in Birmingham 1902. It has been set with a circular shaped ruby surrounded by old mine cut diamonds. The shank is unusual with rib design. It would be a lovely dress ring or an engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold, three stone brilliant cut diamond ring. The total weight of the diamonds is just under one carat and they are well matched white stones. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring with a platinum top that was made in the 1920s. It is set with a sixty five point brilliant cut diamond within a scalloped setting. On either side the shoulders are set with three small diamonds. It would make a perfect engagement ring.}

A beautiful 18ct gold double snake ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is set with a pear shaped ruby and a green garnet and tiny rose diamond in the two snakes eyes. "Demantoid garnets", as they are called were sourced in Russia and are rare and valuable stones. Although garnets have been known since ancient times, the demantoid variety was not discovered until 1868 in Russia's Ural Mountains. The miners began comparing it to diamond as it had high brilliance and dispersion, and referred to it as "demantoid", from the Dutch “"demant",” meaning diamond. It quickly became a treasured and expensive gemstone. Peter Carl Fabergé often set them in to his jewellery. So this ring is quite special with the two intertwined snakes, suggesting that it was intended as a token of love and affection.}

A good quality five stone diamond ring. The shank is 18ct gold with a platinum top. It is set with five diamonds. They are good bright stones and very well matched. Each one has a millgrain setting around it. This is achieved by using a knurling tool and adds extra detail to the ring. It would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

A useful platinum ring set with a full circle of well matched white diamonds. It has decoratively engraved sides and was made in the 1920s. This style of ring can be worn on it's own or stacked with other gemstone eternity bands.}

This is a stunning ring. It is 18ct gold with an oval mid blue colour sapphire. It is surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of over one carat. It would be a wonderful and very special engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct white gold eternity ring set with rubies that have been cut with a French cut which is slightly more unusual than the square cut stones that are normally set in these eternity rings. The sides of the shank have been engraved with a continuous leaf design. This ring would look good worn on its own or stacked with other eternity rings set with different gemstones.}

An unusual 18ct gold ring set with a small old cut diamond in a star setting. On either side is an anthemion. It was made in Birmingham in 1900. It could be worn daily or given as an engagement ring.}

A good quality 18ct gold ring that was made in 1893 in Birmingham. It is set with three old mine cut diamonds with a total weight of one carat. The reason this style of ring is called a "Gypsy" ring is because of the star settings around the diamonds. It would be a lovely every day ring or an engagement ring.}

A smart diamond solitaire ring that was made in the 1920-1940 period. The diamond is sixty points, so just over half a carat. It is a good bright white stone. This ring would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A well proportioned 18ct gold crossover design ring. It is set with three old mine cut diamonds. The larger good white diamond is flanked on either side by two smaller diamonds with a total weight of 85 points. This style of ring is so pretty and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}