What is a navette ring design?

Navette, originating from the French word for small boat, describes an elongated oval or marquise silhouette featuring pointed ends. Popular during the Victorian period, these cluster designs are engineered to extend along the length of the finger, housing multiple gemstones within a unified setting.

What materials were used in Victorian diamond navette rings?

Late Victorian navette rings were primarily constructed with yellow gold bands, frequently featuring silver or platinum head settings to complement white diamonds. Gemstones were individually hand-cut and set into hand-worked galleries.

How do you identify authentic late Victorian diamond rings?

Authentic late Victorian rings feature hand-set gemstones, open-backed or pierced galleries, and mixed-metal construction such as silver-topped gold. Period hallmarks, makers stamps, and age-consistent surface wear on the band also confirm authenticity.

How can a Victorian navette ring be styled in a modern context?

A Victorian diamond navette ring serves as a statement piece that can be worn individually on the index or ring finger. Its vertical orientation creates an elongating visual effect, enabling it to pair with minimalist modern gold bands or complement tailored evening attire.

How should an antique diamond navette ring be maintained?

Clean the ring using warm water, mild dish detergent, and a soft brush to remove dust from behind the stone settings. Avoid abrasive chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners, and arrange periodic claw checks with a specialist jeweller to maintain gem security.

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Antique Victorian Diamond Ring Navette Design Over 1ct Total - C.1890

Name: Antique Victorian Diamond Ring Navette Design Over 1ct Total - C.1890
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1119372
Price: 2200 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Artisan Antiques

Description

We are delighted to offer this magnificent antique Victorian 18ct gold diamond navette ring made c.1890.

The ring features a wonderful 17 old-cut diamond design all intricately set in a navette/marquise design with beautiful Victorian goldsmithing and fine claws. Three central diamonds are of larger and tapering sizes with the central diamond being an estimated 0.35ct and the total carat being over 1ct+.

Attention to detail is furthermore apparent where two diamonds have also been set in the 'shoulders' of the ring to complement and complete its overall stunning appearance - a truly dazzling and lovely piece indeed.

This design allows for the angles of the diamonds to be slightly different on each stone, maximising the shine and reflection of the ring. The ring glistens delightfully upon wearing particularly when under natural sunlight.

Such a combination of fine goldsmithing and dazzling diamonds make for an excellent and versatile choice whether be it for wearing as a contrasting piece of jewellery among other pieces or as an eye-catching single ring.

Diamond is known to be the birthstone for April.

A very special gift to a lucky individual or as an indulging gift to oneself. Classically elegant, distinguished and a conversation starter.

The ring is marked "18" for 18ct gold on the inside of the shank.

All of our jewellery comes with a complimentary hard shell gift box with a velvet interior.

Ready to wear out of the box: All of our pendants also include the photographed thinner complimentary 9ct solid gold (modern) chain so that you can enjoy your newly acquired treasure straight out of the box.

Size & Total Weight

UK Size: K

US Size: 5 1/4

4.71 g/0.151 troy oz

Condition: great antique condition with no issues or damage, only slight surface wear as expected with antiques of this age.

We aim to overemphasize and state these issues (if any) to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect the usage of the items.

Please kindly refer to the photos for further details.

*Please note: all other items are for display purposes only and this listing is for the item listed in the title only.

FREE SHIPPING

Artisan Antiques offers free global shipping with professional, secure and discreet packaging.

We will always ensure your items are packaged with the utmost care and see the delivery through to the end. In the very rare and unfortunate case of non-delivery/courier loss, you are fully covered with us and we will fully refund you.

*All parcels are insured - please rest assured all shipping liabilities other than import/customs duty are covered by Artisan Antiques.

*Colours of the product may slightly differ from the photos due to different computer screens & lighting conditions*

- Price negotiations may be possible under certain criteria, please contact us via telephone (07578761640) or email (info@artisanantiques.net) -

Declaration

Artisan Antiques has dated this Victorian Diamond Navette Ring to the Victorian era.

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SA1119372

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Description

We are delighted to offer this magnificent antique Victorian 18ct gold diamond navette ring made c.1890.

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The ring features a wonderful 17 old-cut diamond design all intricately set in a navette/marquise design with beautiful Victorian goldsmithing and fine claws.

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Three central diamonds are of larger and tapering sizes with the central diamond being an estimated 0.35ct and the total carat being over 1ct+.

fig 1. A late Victorian yellow gold and diamond navette cluster ring featuring hand-cut diamonds set in an elongated marquise shape. — fig 1. Antique Victorian Diamond Ring Navette Design Over 1ct Total - C.1890

Attention to detail is furthermore apparent where two diamonds have also been set in the 'shoulders' of the ring to complement and complete its overall stunning appearance - a truly dazzling and lovely piece indeed.

fig 2. A late Victorian yellow gold and diamond navette cluster ring featuring hand-cut diamonds set in an elongated marquise shape. — fig 2. Antique Victorian Diamond Ring Navette Design Over 1ct Total - C.1890

This design allows for the angles of the diamonds to be slightly different on each stone, maximising the shine and reflection of the ring. The ring glistens delightfully upon wearing particularly when under natural sunlight.

fig 3. A late Victorian yellow gold and diamond navette cluster ring featuring hand-cut diamonds set in an elongated marquise shape. — fig 3. Antique Victorian Diamond Ring Navette Design Over 1ct Total - C.1890

Such a combination of fine goldsmithing and dazzling diamonds make for an excellent and versatile choice whether be it for wearing as a contrasting piece of jewellery among other pieces or as an eye-catching single ring.

fig 4. A late Victorian yellow gold and diamond navette cluster ring featuring hand-cut diamonds set in an elongated marquise shape. — fig 4. Antique Victorian Diamond Ring Navette Design Over 1ct Total - C.1890

Diamond is known to be the birthstone for April.

A very special gift to a lucky individual or as an indulging gift to oneself. Classically elegant, distinguished and a conversation starter.

The ring is marked "18" for 18ct gold on the inside of the shank.

fig 5. A late Victorian yellow gold and diamond navette cluster ring featuring hand-cut diamonds set in an elongated marquise shape. — fig 5. Antique Victorian Diamond Ring Navette Design Over 1ct Total - C.1890

All of our jewellery comes with a complimentary hard shell gift box with a velvet interior.

Ready to wear out of the box: All of our pendants also include the photographed thinner complimentary 9ct solid gold (modern) chain so that you can enjoy your newly acquired treasure straight out of the box.

fig 6. A late Victorian yellow gold and diamond navette cluster ring featuring hand-cut diamonds set in an elongated marquise shape. — fig 6. Antique Victorian Diamond Ring Navette Design Over 1ct Total - C.1890

Size & Total Weight

UK Size: K

US Size: 5 1/4

4.71 g/0.151 troy oz

Condition: great antique condition with no issues or damage, only slight surface wear as expected with antiques of this age.

We aim to overemphasize and state these issues (if any) to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect the usage of the items.

fig 7. A late Victorian yellow gold and diamond navette cluster ring featuring hand-cut diamonds set in an elongated marquise shape. — fig 7. Antique Victorian Diamond Ring Navette Design Over 1ct Total - C.1890

Please kindly refer to the photos for further details.

Please note: all other items are for display purposes only and this listing is for the item listed in the title only.

FREE SHIPPING

Artisan Antiques offers free global shipping with professional, secure and discreet packaging.

fig 8. A late Victorian yellow gold and diamond navette cluster ring featuring hand-cut diamonds set in an elongated marquise shape. — fig 8. Antique Victorian Diamond Ring Navette Design Over 1ct Total - C.1890

We will always ensure your items are packaged with the utmost care and see the delivery through to the end. In the very rare and unfortunate case of non-delivery/courier loss, you are fully covered with us and we will fully refund you.