Antique and Vintage Jewelry Library p32

This antique Art Deco filigree and diamond wedding ring is like a circlet of crystal-studded snowflakes. The band's intriguing array of geometric details lends the flavor of an artistic masterpiece. The eleven round single cut diamonds in this antique wedding ring total approximately 0.28 carats in weight. Antique Art Deco filigree and diamond wedding rings rarely come as elegantly and richly detailed as this one. Circa 1920s. SOLD

Regal elegance and sophistication reign in this Victorian filigree diamond wedding ring. The 18k yellow gold band of this Victorian wedding ring is topped with silver for a two-tone effect. The squared shoulders and shank are filigreed and trimmed in milgrain. Four old European cut diamonds are horizontally set across this antique engagement ring's top and total 0.50 carats. Circa 1890. SOLD

Sapphire and baguette diamond engagement rings surround the finger in oceanic beauty. The 1.63-carat round faceted mixed cut blue sapphire that highlights this engagement ring radiates with color. Set in platinum, two tapered baguette cut diamonds flank the sapphire, lending 0.33 carats of diamond weight to this sapphire and baguette engagement ring. Circa 2000. SOLD

This platinum and diamond engagement ring is laced with so many diamonds that its hand wrought mounting appears as a radiant constellation in a star-lit sky. The platinum band of this diamond engagement ring is topped with a buckle-like mounting that is triple-striped with diamonds. An old style round brilliant cut diamond is square set in the midst of thirty-four round single cut diamonds. Ranging in color from E to G and in clarity from VVS2 to SI2, the diamonds total 0.87 carats. Milgrain adds texture to this platinum and diamond engagement ring's setting. Circa 1930. SOLD

A pearl and diamond embrace each other in perfect harmony in this Victorian antique engagement ring. The 18k yellow gold band of this antique engagement ring is trimmed in platinum and is set with a collection of seven rose and table cut diamonds. The total diamond weight of this Victorian engagement ring is 0.062 carats. The center diamond hugs a button shaped silver-white natural Oriental pearl. Circa 1900. SOLD

With its ivy touches, coral backdrop and filigree trimming, this antique cameo brooch and pendant exudes Old World charm. Delicate 14k gold filigree surrounds the brooch pendant's necklace-clad woman shell cameo. The necklace she wears is accented with a round faceted mixed cut blue sapphire that weighs 0.68 carats. Sprigs of ivy braided through her hair and brushing her shoulders lend romantic appeal to antique brooches and pendants like this one. Circa 1935. SOLD

Contrasting gemstones lend visual intrigue to this antique 1910 Edwardian cross with pearls. Thirty natural Oriental pearls line the stems of this antique Edwardian cross, with an additional eight delicately accenting the attached 18k karat yellow gold chain. A contrasting round faceted mixed cut blue sapphire centerpieces this platinum and 18k yellow gold Edwardian cross. Four rose cut diamonds accent the outer points of this antique pearl cross for a subtle touch of shimmer. Circa 1910. SOLD

A summer parasol dripping with sprinkles of raindrops provides a romantic touch in this Victorian antique diamond engagement ring. The dome-shaped 18k yellow gold band of this Victorian engagement ring is carved in a crescent moon pattern and is pierced on top in a carousel effect. Inside the piercing of this antique engagement ring lies a collection of floral set old mine and old European cut diamonds. Ranging in color from F to H and in clarity from VS1 to SI2, the diamonds have a combined weight of 0.29 carats. Circa 1885. SOLD

1930s antique sapphire engagement rings like this one are as captivating as an inky twilight sky sprinkled with radiant stars. A rectangular cut-corner mixed cut blue sapphire centerpieces the platinum band of this antique engagement ring. This 1.65-carat violetish blue gemstone is accented with a collection of twenty of old style full cut diamond along its pedestal setting and shoulders. The total diamond weight of this 1930s engagement ring is 0.40 carats. Circa 1930. SOLD

A 0.44 carat, SI1 clarity, I colored old European cut diamond centerpieces this antique Edwardian engagement ring. The platinum band of this antique engagement ring is carved in an intriguing filigree pattern. Matching round single cut diamonds flank the center stone for additional sparkle. The total diamond weight of this Edwardian engagement ring is 0.46 carats. Circa 1920. SOLD

Constructed of four interlocking 14k yellow gold crescents, this Victorian hand-wrought antique brooch is a visual dream. The handmade quadrafoil loops come together to create a love knot design. Two of the loops in this antique brooch are smooth polished and rimmed with a textured finish while the other two are intricately carved in a leafy frond pattern. A 0.04-carat old mind cut diamond centerpieces this Victorian brooch. Circa 1860 SOLD

A morning dewdrop tucked amongst a field of golden leaves tempts the eye in this pierced filigree antique engagement ring. The 14k yellow gold band of this antique engagement ring is carved with pierced filigree keyholes and etched with leafy fronds. The pedestal 14k white gold top setting of this antique engagement ring is highlighted with an old European cut diamond. This 0.48-carat diamond centerpiece is J in color and SI1 in clarity. Circa 1930. SOLD

The stunning setting of this Edwardian engagement ring's focal point aquamarine is sure to win her heart. Edged in milgrain, this 1.23 carat aquamarine is done in an unusual French style cut. Two old style round full cut diamonds flank the aquamarine. The 14k yellow gold band of this antique engagement ring is top- and side-trimmed in platinum. Circa 1920. SOLD

Shooting stars burst forth from rhomboids in this Art Deco filigree diamond eternity band. Milgrain edging and filigree work highlight each geometric element of this antique eternity band. Ten round single cut diamonds surround this Art Deco eternity band, sheathing it in radiance. Ranging in clarity from SI2 to I1 and in color from H to I, the diamonds accentuating this Art Deco filigree eternity band total approximately 0.15 carats. Circa 1920s. SOLD

Steal her heart with this Victorian antique engagement ring. The 14k yellow gold band is topped with a coronet, which encases a collection of ten old mine cut diamonds in a flower blossom array. The diamonds that accent this Victorian engagement ring range in color from E to G and in clarity from VS1 to SI1. The total diamond weight of this antique engagement ring is 0.82 carats. Circa 1880. SOLD

Exquisite pink sapphires add feminine romance to this Edwardian wedding ring. The two tone 14k white and yellow gold setting of this antique wedding ring encases five pink sapphires for a total gemstone weight of approximately 1.44 carats. Eighteen rose cut diamonds accentuate the pink sapphires in a top-bottom-glaze effect. Edwardian pink sapphire wedding rings lend a colorful finishing touch to your vows. Circa 1910s. SOLD

Intricate cutwork and fancy settings are mesmerizing in this Art Deco antique diamond filigree engagement ring. The highlight of this Art Deco engagement ring is the old style full cut [also called a transition cut] diamond with E color and SI1 clarity. The 18k white gold band has pierced scroll filigree work and six old style full cut diamonds. Totaling 0.56 carats, the diamonds that accentuate this antique engagement ring add a touch of glitter. Circa 1930. SOLD

Delicate and dainty, this antique sapphire engagement ring will add a soft and feminine touch to your lovely bride-to-be's finger. The slim 14k white gold band is hand engraved with orange blossoms along the shoulders. Milgrain edging adds textural flavor to this antique engagement ring's carved floral design. The floral carvings flank a blue sapphire that weighs 0.48 carats. Circa 1930 in the classic style. SOLD

The focal point gemstone is set on a pedestal in emerald and diamond engagement rings like this one. The shoulders of this engagement ring's platinum band are set with straight baguette and full cut diamonds and serve as tiered steps to the ring's pinnacle: a round faceted mixed cut natural emerald. Blue-green in hue, the focal point gemstone weighs 0.96 carats. The round diamonds that flank it total 0.14 carats. Sizing from a 4.0 to a 7.5 is included with your purchase. Circa 1995. SOLD