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Find Out MoreEdwardian 18ct Gold, Opal & Diamond Marquise Ring
№ 482P
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A beautiful 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made circa 1910 and is possibly Austrian as it has an import mark in to France. It is typical of the Belle Epoque period as the design is both graceful and delicate. At that time the marquiseAn oval or elliptical gemstone cut which has pointed ends. Also called a Navette shape. More shape was very popular, as were opals as they went with the soft pale coloured silks that were in fashion. This ring has been set with a stunning opalOpals occur in a range of body colours from white, black or grey, bright orangey red and a pale watery colour. The most precious opals show strong colour contrast and generally have a dark body colour with a vivid array of colour play. More that displays flashes of mainly green and blue with some red. Around it are transition cutDirect descendants of the Old European Cut, this progressive cuts saw an evolution toward a larger table, a lower crown, and a smaller culet than previous cuts. However, unlike later brilliants, the girdles of these stones remained unfaceted. Considered a precursor to both the Modern Round Brilliant and the Ideal cuts. More diamonds. The bifurcated shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. More have been set with graded rose diamonds that lead on to a reeded shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. More. It would make a wonderful dress ring.
The Details
This is such a beautiful original ring
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Item Number:
№ 482P
Measurements:
Top 2.5cm by 1cm
Opal 1.9cm by 6mm at widest point
Diamonds approx total weight 0.72 carats
Rose diamonds approx total weight 0.14 carats
Opal 1.9cm by 6mm at widest point
Diamonds approx total weight 0.72 carats
Rose diamonds approx total weight 0.14 carats
Place of Origin:
Possibly Belgium or Austria
Discovered:
6 years ago
Hallmarks
French Poinçons:
- Owl
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