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Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this piece to the 1800s.
You almost never see diamonds this old that are this white and clean. When this came into our possession, it was mounted on sad yellow gold band that had seen better days, so we replaced with it with a new white gold band: it's now ready to dazzle for the next 200 years. A timeless treasure.
Cut - Old Oval Cut.
Colour - Colourless; E.
Clarity - Totally loupe clean. VVS.
Carat - 1.17.
Condition - Excellent.
Circa - Diamond and the collet are from the early 1800s; the band is newer.
Size - Currently O1/2 (UK) or 7 1/4 (US). Complementary sizing is available, can go up or down.
Measurements - The diamond, including the claws, measures 7.8mm by 6.7mm and sits 5.4mm from the finger.
Metal - 18k (white) gold. Tested.
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this piece to the 1800s.
Gatsby jewellery are a husband and wife team who have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in fine antique jewellery.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Gatsby Jewellery Ltd Profile Page
Georgian 1.17 Carat Old Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Circa 1810
