Search 0
63,029  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 200 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTSNEW
200 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1136576
FOR SALE
£1,250
Email Phone Buy
Save
Mid Century 0.40 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Dated 1958
For sale by Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
for sale €1,463     $1,588
£1,250
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

Sellingantiques Verified Since May 2014
Browse dealers 261 items
  • About Us
    Gatsby jewellery are a husband and wife team who have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in fine antique jewellery.
Relevant Links
Id #SA1136576
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Mid Century 0.40 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Dated 1958

1940 - 1960
Description

A charming vintage diamond engagement ring. The old European cut diamond in the centre is claw set in a six claw palladium collet with hooped detailing in the gallery. Plain and tapering palladium shoulders lead to a slim 18k yellow gold shank.

Internally engraved MARY-ALEX 7·6·58. Some or all of this can be removed; please contact us to discuss.

Cut:? Old European cut.

Colour:? J.

Clarity:? SI1.

Carat:? Approximately 0.40.

Dated:? 1958.

Size:? K (UK) or 5 1/8 (US). Free sizing available.

Measurements:? The diamond is approximately 4.8mm in diameter and sits 5.3mm from the finger.

Weight:? 1.86 grams.

Metal:? 18k yellow gold and palladium. Tested with a Niton DXL Precious Metal Analyzer.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1136576
Dealers Internal Reference
56413S169
Description
A charming vintage diamond engagement ring.
“
The old European cut diamond in the centre is claw set in a six claw palladium collet with hooped detailing in the gallery.
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

Plain and tapering palladium shoulders lead to a slim 18k yellow gold shank.

fig 1. A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band.
fig 1. Mid Century 0.40 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Dated 1958

Internally engraved MARY-ALEX 7·6·58. Some or all of this can be removed; please contact us to discuss.

Cut:? Old European cut.

Colour:? J.

Clarity:? SI1.

Carat:? Approximately 0.40.

Dated:? 1958.

Size:? K (UK) or 5 1/8 (US). Free sizing available.

fig 2. A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band.
fig 2. Mid Century 0.40 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Dated 1958

Measurements:? The diamond is approximately 4.8mm in diameter and sits 5.3mm from the finger.

Weight:? 1.86 grams.

Metal:? 18k yellow gold and palladium. Tested with a Niton DXL Precious Metal Analyzer.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1136576
Dealers Internal Ref
56413S169
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2014

Gatsby jewellery are a husband and wife team who have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in fine antique jewellery.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Gatsby Jewellery Ltd Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band.
1 / 10
Archive I A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band.

Mid Century 0.40 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Dated 1958

Archive II A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band. View II
Archive III A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band. View III
Archive IV A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band. View IV
Archive V A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band. View V
Archive VI A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band. View VI
Archive VII A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band. View VII
Archive VIII A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band. View VIII
Archive IX A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band. View IX
Archive X A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band. View X
FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Enlarged Archival View
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
Telephone 01992 842 123
Location
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
3 Coppice Row
Theydon Bois
Essex
CM16 7ES
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/gatsby
Verified Since May 2014
Items For Sale 261
Items Sold 2,966
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
Verified Since May 2014
View Dealer Info
Location: Gatsby Jewellery Ltd, 3 Coppice Row, Theydon Bois, Essex, CM16 7ES, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/gatsby
Verified
May 2014
For Sale
261
Sold
2,966
A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band.
Mid Century 0.40 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, dated 1958
Ref: SA1136576
A mid-century engagement ring featuring a single old-cut diamond set in platinum shoulders on a yellow gold band.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectRings
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century
  • MaterialGold, Platinum, Diamond
  • ColourGold, Silver
  • MotifsSolitaire setting, Tapered shoulders, Internal inscription, Mixed metal band
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This mid-century engagement ring dates from 1950 and belongs to the mid-century modern style. The piece pairs a central old European cut diamond in a six-claw palladium collet with hooped gallery detailing, tapering palladium shoulders, and a slim 18k yellow gold shank. The interior of the band bears an engraved inscription reading "MARY-ALEX 7·6·58". The visible materials include gold, platinum, and diamond, displaying a mixed-metal combination of gold and silver colours. Looking closely at the photograph, one can see the round brilliance of the diamond, the polished texture of the mixed metal band, and the distinct engraved lettering inside the hoop. The ring measures 30 cm high, 25 cm wide, and 5 cm deep. It serves as an item of personal jewellery for daily wear.

FAQs

Mid-century engagement rings typically feature simple geometric proportions, clean lines, and mixed metal settings produced between the late 1940s and the 1960s.

Rings from this era frequently combined yellow gold bands with platinum or white gold claws to securely hold diamonds while accentuating the white tone of the gemstone.

Authentic pieces often showcase period hallmark stamps, hand-engraved inscriptions, specific setting techniques like illusion or claw mounts, and transitional or old-cut diamonds.

A mid-century solitaire ring pairs cleanly with plain gold wedding bands, modern eternity rings, or understated everyday jewellery due to its classical, low-profile design.

Clean diamond rings regularly using warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft-bristled toothbrush, ensuring regular inspections by a jeweller to check the security of the claws.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories