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Find Out MoreArt Nouveau 14ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Giardinetti Ring
№ 452S
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An unusual “Giardinetti” ring that was made circa 1900-1910 and is most likely of Austrian origin. Flowers were a fashionable theme in jewellery during the second half of the 18th century. and ‘giardinetti’ items (from the Italian, meaning ‘little garden’) became popular. They had tiny blossoms set with an assortment of precious stones, asymmetrically arranged, and were given as tokens of love. The idea continued through the VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). More era and in to the Art NouveauA movement within the arts, particularly jewellery, evolving out of a response to mass production and the industrial revolution (1890-1915). Jewellery of this period was heavily influenced by nature and femininity, with its sweeping lines and organic motifs. More period. This 14ct58.5% pure gold (or 585 parts pure gold to 415 parts other metals) More gold ring has been clawA precious metal prong used to hold a gemstone in place. More set with five graduated old European cutGemstones cut in this style have a smaller table than the round brilliant and the overall depth is greater. This style of cutting was popular in the 19th Century and is the direct predecessor to the modern round Brilliant Cut. Similar to the Old Mine Cut. More diamonds with tiny rose diamonds in the stem. It is a lovely example and so wearable.
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This is such an unusual and pretty Art Nouveau ring.
Essentials
Item Number:
№ 452S
Measurements:
Top 1.7cm by 1.7cm
Diamonds approx total weight 0.90 carats
Diamonds approx total weight 0.90 carats
Place of Origin:
Austria or Germany
Discovered:
5 years ago
Hallmarks
Millesimal Fineness:
- 585
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