Antique and Vintage Jewelry Library p21

Yellow gold and rose cut diamonds create a dazzling display in this antique Victorian engagement ring. The center oval rose cut diamond weighs 0.23 carats and has F color and SI2 clarity. Surrounding this diamond are 12 additional rose cuts, bringing the total diamond carat weight of this antique Victorian engagement ring to 0.43 carats. Circa 1850. SOLD

Like a butterfly just emerging from its cocoon, this old cut diamond engagement ring tentatively unfurls its wings. The platinum band of this engagement ring is topped with fluttery fan-work, the edges of which are trimmed with a collection of fourteen old style single cut diamonds. An I-colored, VS2-clarity old European cut centerpieces this engagement ring. This center old cut diamond weighs 0.28 carats, while the total diamond weight of the ring is 0.64 carats. Circa 1920s or later. SOLD

This antique pearl engagement ring brings to mind twinkling fireworks bursting against a full moon backdrop. The 18k white gold band of this antique engagement ring fans out at the shoulders in a bow and ribbon design. The ribbons are accented with 20 round single cut diamonds for a total diamond weight of 0.17 carats. This antique engagement ring's piece de resistence is a silver white semi-spherical pearl. Circa 1950 or later. SOLD

Circa 1920, this Art Deco filigree antique engagement ring is set with a round brilliant cut diamond in a hand-milgrained square accented by two triangular shaped sapphires. The14k white gold band of this Art Deco engagement ring is done in a bewitching display of filigree elements. Ascending to an octagonal platform, this antique ring culminates in a round brilliant cut diamond. Weighing 0.36 carats, this diamond solitaire has a color of I and a clarity of SI2. Circa 1920. SOLD

This Tiffany classic antique wedding band casts an alluring shimmer. The slim platinum band of this wedding ring is polished to a high sheen. A collection of seven round single cut diamonds streams across the outer quarter of the band. Ranging in clarity from VVS1 to SI1 and with a color rating of G, the diamonds have a collective weight of 0.07 carats. This classic antique wedding band bears the Tiffany and Co. trademark. Circa 1940. SOLD

A sleek platinum band holds 47 table cut diamonds in this Edwardian diamond eternity band. Details for this antique Edwardian diamond wedding ring: Circa 1915. Platinum. Table cut diamonds; 0.33 carats. SOLD

This antique Edwardian diamond engagement ring rises majestically above the finger to hold an old style round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.367 carats with G color and VS2 clarity. The shoulders of the 18k white gold band are decorated with open work. In this simple, elegant design, the only other adornment is an engraved wheat motif on the bezel and shank. Circa 1905. full. SOLD

A stream of diamonds meander their way across her finger and capture her heart in this Victorian rose cut diamond antique ring. The 18k yellow gold band of this Victorian ring provides a contrasting backdrop for the five old mine cut diamonds that accent it. This quintet of diamonds is set East-West and totals 0.38 carats. Swirling curlicues add visual interest to this antique Victorian ring's bezel. Circa 1890. SOLD

This Art Deco two toned diamond engagement ring bursts with geometric and textural designs. The 14k yellow gold band boasts pierced rhomboids at the shoulders and engraved feathery fronds at the bezel. Culminating in a white gold top, this Art Deco engagement ring ascends to a hexagonal base. Inside the double-tiered hexagon lies a round brilliant cut diamond. This I-colored, SI1-clarity diamond solitaire weighs 0.21 carats. Circa 1920. SOLD

Radiant diamonds shimmer from every angle of this 1925 antique engagement ring. The 18k white gold mounting of this antique engagement ring is intricately carved and is set with four old style full cut diamonds. An additional L-colored, VS1-clarity old European cut diamond sits front and center. The centerpiece diamond weighs 0.64 carats while the total diamond weight of this antique engagement ring is 0.89 carats. This 1925 antique engagement ring is trademarked 'SELLE.' Circa 1925. SOLD

Upturned horseshoes bring good luck to this Old European cut diamond wedding ring. Five horseshoe designs accent the top of the platinum band. Each of the horseshoes is set with an old European cut diamond for a combined diamond weight of 0.79 carats. The diamonds that horizontally accentuate this wedding range in color from F to G and in clarity from VVS2 to VS2. Circa 1885 to 1930 for the diamonds and 1950 or later for the mounting. SOLD

The natural beauty of a wild garden comes to life in this 1940s platinum and diamond engagement ring. Diamond accented buds, foliage and blossoms are strewn about this platinum engagement ring. The center round brilliant cut diamond weighs 0.50 carats and is F in color and VVS2 in clarity. A total of nineteen diamonds accentuate the engagement ring for a combined diamond weight of 1.02 carats. Circa 1940. SOLD

The wide platinum band of this antique eternity band is carved with wide feathery plumes and latticed waves. Ten round full and single cut diamonds are rhomboid set around this 1930s eternity band for a total diamond weight of 0.50 carats. The diamonds range in color from F to H and in clarity from VVS1 to VS2. Circa 1930s or later. SOLD

Hand-fabricated platinum and diamond antique wedding rings lend a touch of artisanship to the finger. Pierced in style, this antique diamond wedding ring contains an intriguing mix of thirty-one old diamond cuts. The total diamond weight in this antique wedding ring is 1.25 carats. A platinum setting rounds out this hand-crafted antique diamond wedding ring's features. Circa 1935. SOLD

In late autumn, shafts of wheat sway in the breeze, catching the golden glimmer of the sunlight. That same prismatic display of light encircles the finger in this antique wedding ring with wheat design. The platinum band of this wedding ring is hand-engraved with a wheat design along the front and sides. The inside of this antique wedding ring is engraved with 'CCR to GMS 6-12-26.' Circa 1926. SOLD

This classic 18k white gold wedding band is etched all the way around in a wheat motif. Inside, the hand-engraved 'DRK to EBD May 24' 1920' lends a touch of romantic provenance to this antique wedding ring. This antique Edwardian wedding ring is circa 1920. SOLD

Spring romance is in the air with this Belais antique carved wedding ring. The traditional style of the 18k white gold band is treated to a feminine touch with orange blossom engraving winding its way around the finger. This antique carved wedding ring is as beautiful as a Southern garden. Circa 1928. SOLD

This antique 18k white gold wedding ring delicately circles the finger in a wisp of shimmer. Hand engraving on the inside of this antique wedding ring reads " 1-30-1928 J.W.C C.M.H". Trademark of Belais. Circa 1928. SOLD

As fresh and unexpected as an early spring breeze, this white tourmaline engagement ring is an elegant alternative to the traditional diamond ring. The platinum band rises to a coronet at the center. Inside the crown setting is a round white tourmaline weighing 0.95 carats. The shoulders and shank of the band are carved in a wheat pattern design. Circa 2000 or later. SOLD