What characterises Art Deco jewellery design?

Art Deco jewellery, prominent from the 1920s through the 1930s, is defined by geometric shapes, clean structural lines, and bold visual contrast. It frequently features platinum settings, stepped cluster arrangements, and central coloured gemstones surrounded by brilliant diamonds.

What materials were traditionally used in 1930s Art Deco rings?

Rings from the 1930s predominantly utilised platinum due to its tensile strength, which permitted intricate pierce-work and fine bezel settings. Central gemstones such as emeralds, sapphires, or rubies were commonly paired with old European cut and baguette cut diamonds.

How can authentic Art Deco emerald rings be identified?

Authentic pieces from this era exhibit precise geometric symmetry, hand-finished settings, and period-appropriate diamond cuts including baguette and single cuts. Hallmarks or stamps inside the platinum shank often indicate metal purity alongside era-specific manufacturing methods.

How can an antique Art Deco ring be styled with modern wear?

An Art Deco ring functions as a focal statement piece when paired with minimalist modern tailoring or streamlined evening wear. Combining the ring with plain, unadorned metal bands ensures the geometric central design remains highlighted.

How should an antique emerald and diamond platinum ring be maintained?

Emeralds require gentle care using warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth or brush. Ultrasonic cleaners and steam treatment should be avoided as they can disrupt natural stone inclusions or surface treatments.

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Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930

Name: Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1136683
Price: 10950 GBP
Availability: InStock

1920 - 1940

For Sale by AC Silver

Description

A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 0.70 carat emerald and 2.42 carat diamond, platinum navette shaped cluster dress ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections.

This stunning, fine and impressive antique emerald and diamond ring has been crafted in platinum.

The pierced decorated, Art Deco navette-shaped cluster design is ornamented with a feature collet set 0.70ct octagonal cut Colombian emerald.

The feature emerald is flanked to the upper and lower portions with four channel set baguette cut diamonds, in a vertical linear formation.

The central arrangement is surrounded by a scalloped cluster design embellished with eighteen Old European cut diamonds.

The elevated, pierced decorated ring shoulders blend seamlessly with the plain ring shank.

This impressive emerald and diamond dress ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the platinum mark (PLATINUM).

This navette emerald and diamond ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading report card and is supplied with an emerald report card and certificate supplied by the Gemmological Certification Services, London*.

This Art Deco emerald and diamond ring is an elegant gift fitting for anniversaries particularly the 20th as it is traditionally linked to emerald, as well as being the May birthstone and fitting this springtime birthday.

NOTE: * This documentation accredits the emerald originating in Colombia and certifies that the gemstone shows indications of minor clarity enhancement.

'Rather than regarding inclusions in coloured stones as harmful, in small sizes and numbers that do not in any way detract from their beauty, they should be regarded as adding to desirability, for they provide identifying characteristics.'

Reference: The Connoisseur's Guide to Precious Gemstones, R. Wise, Brunswick House Press.

Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone in this Art Deco ring.

Condition

This stunning antique ring is excellent quality, set with a stunning emerald displaying a fine colour, brilliance and presence.

The impressive feature diamonds display a fine white colour, brilliance and presence.

The impressive high colour graded, well colour matched supporting diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance.

This Art Deco emerald and diamond ring is an excellent gauge of platinum and is in excellent condition, with a clear hallmark to the interior of the shank.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique jewellery/estate jewelry.

Emerald Quality

Origin Colombia

Cut Octagonal

Content 0.70 carat

Dimensions 5.50mm (length) x 5.50mm (width) x 3.50mm (depth)

Diamond Quality

Colour (average grades) G

Clarity (average grades) SI1

Cut Old European/Baguette

Content 2.42 carats

Number of Diamonds

22

Dimensions

Length of setting 2.29cm/0.9'

Width of setting 1.44cm/0.57'

Height of setting 4.91mm/0.19'

Ring Size

UK Size Q

USA Size 8

The ring size may be professionally adjusted in size on request to meet your personal requirements.

Weight

5.56 grams

Date: Circa 1930

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions

Height

0.5cm (0.20")

Width

1.4cm (0.55")

Depth

2.3cm (0.91")

Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Art Deco Emerald Ring to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1136683

Dealers Internal Reference

C9114

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Description

A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 0.70 carat emerald and 2.

“

42 carat diamond, platinum navette shaped cluster dress ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections.

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fig 1. An Art Deco platinum ring featuring a central square-cut green emerald surrounded by a geometric cluster of baguette and round diamonds. — fig 1. Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930

This stunning, fine and impressive antique emerald and diamond ring has been crafted in platinum.

The pierced decorated, Art Deco navette-shaped cluster design is ornamented with a feature collet set 0.70ct octagonal cut Colombian emerald.

fig 2. An Art Deco platinum ring featuring a central square-cut green emerald surrounded by a geometric cluster of baguette and round diamonds. — fig 2. Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930

The feature emerald is flanked to the upper and lower portions with four channel set baguette cut diamonds, in a vertical linear formation.

The central arrangement is surrounded by a scalloped cluster design embellished with eighteen Old European cut diamonds.

fig 3. An Art Deco platinum ring featuring a central square-cut green emerald surrounded by a geometric cluster of baguette and round diamonds. — fig 3. Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930

The elevated, pierced decorated ring shoulders blend seamlessly with the plain ring shank.

This impressive emerald and diamond dress ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the platinum mark (PLATINUM).

fig 4. An Art Deco platinum ring featuring a central square-cut green emerald surrounded by a geometric cluster of baguette and round diamonds. — fig 4. Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930

This navette emerald and diamond ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading report card and is supplied with an emerald report card and certificate supplied by the Gemmological Certification Services, London*.

fig 5. An Art Deco platinum ring featuring a central square-cut green emerald surrounded by a geometric cluster of baguette and round diamonds. — fig 5. Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930

This Art Deco emerald and diamond ring is an elegant gift fitting for anniversaries particularly the 20th as it is traditionally linked to emerald, as well as being the May birthstone and fitting this springtime birthday.

fig 6. An Art Deco platinum ring featuring a central square-cut green emerald surrounded by a geometric cluster of baguette and round diamonds. — fig 6. Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930

NOTE: * This documentation accredits the emerald originating in Colombia and certifies that the gemstone shows indications of minor clarity enhancement.

'Rather than regarding inclusions in coloured stones as harmful, in small sizes and numbers that do not in any way detract from their beauty, they should be regarded as adding to desirability, for they provide identifying characteristics.'

fig 7. An Art Deco platinum ring featuring a central square-cut green emerald surrounded by a geometric cluster of baguette and round diamonds. — fig 7. Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930

Reference: The Connoisseur's Guide to Precious Gemstones, R. Wise, Brunswick House Press.

Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone in this Art Deco ring.

fig 8. An Art Deco platinum ring featuring a central square-cut green emerald surrounded by a geometric cluster of baguette and round diamonds. — fig 8. Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930

Condition

This stunning antique ring is excellent quality, set with a stunning emerald displaying a fine colour, brilliance and presence.

The impressive feature diamonds display a fine white colour, brilliance and presence.

fig 9. An Art Deco platinum ring featuring a central square-cut green emerald surrounded by a geometric cluster of baguette and round diamonds. — fig 9. Antique Art Deco 0.70ct Emerald and 2.42ct Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1930

The impressive high colour graded, well colour matched supporting diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance.

This Art Deco emerald and diamond ring is an excellent gauge of platinum and is in excellent condition, with a clear hallmark to the interior of the shank.