Search 0
78,040  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 181 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
181 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA644433
SOLD
Email Phone
Save
Retro 1.66 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Circa 1945
Sold by Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
sold SA644433
Sorry, but this item has been sold.
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

Sellingantiques Verified Since May 2014
Browse dealers 265 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 #SA644433
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Retro 1.66 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Circa 1945

1920 - 1940
Sold 21 December 2024 · Gatsby Jewellery Ltd
This “Retro 1.66 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Circa 1945 ” found a buyer.

It was listed by Gatsby Jewellery Ltd. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Find more for sale
1.6 Carat Diamond RingClassic Solitaire RingRetro Engagement Ring Ask the dealer for something similar
Description

A lovely and unique diamond engagement ring. The old European cut diamond in the centre – graded by IGI Antwerp as J colour, VS2 clarity – is secured in a six claw collet featuring neat hooped detailing in the gallery. The stunning, standout shank hold very fine etching running down the shoulders; a subtle detail on this most classy of rings.

Accompanied by a diamond report from IGI (#355935610).

Cut – Old European cut.

Colour – J.

Clarity – VS2.

Carat – 1.66

Circa – 1945.

Size – O (UK) or 7 (US). Complimentary sizing is available, can be sized up or down.

Measurements – The diamond is 7.60 x 7.31mm. Sits 7mm from the finger.

Metal – Platinum. Tested.

Video – To view a video of this ring recorded in daylight, please copy / paste the following link into your browser: https://vimeo.com/860965821

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

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this Retro Diamond Engagement Ring to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA644433
Dealers Internal Reference
5797S256
Description
A lovely and unique diamond engagement ring.
“
The old European cut diamond in the centre – graded by IGI Antwerp as J colour, VS2 clarity – is secured in a six claw collet featuring neat hooped detailing in the gallery.
Gatsby Jewellery Ltd

The stunning, standout shank hold very fine etching running down the shoulders; a subtle detail on this most classy of rings.

fig 1. A retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band.
fig 1. Retro 1.66 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Circa 1945

Accompanied by a diamond report from IGI (#355935610).

Cut – Old European cut.

Colour – J.

Clarity – VS2.

Carat – 1.66

Circa – 1945.

Size – O (UK) or 7 (US). Complimentary sizing is available, can be sized up or down.

fig 2. A retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band.
fig 2. Retro 1.66 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Circa 1945

Measurements – The diamond is 7.60 x 7.31mm. Sits 7mm from the finger.

Metal – Platinum. Tested.

Video – To view a video of this ring recorded in daylight, please copy / paste the following link into your browser: https://vimeo.com/860965821

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

Gatsby Jewellery Ltd has dated this Retro Diamond Engagement Ring to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA644433
Dealers Internal Ref
5797S256
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 retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
1 / 6
Archive I A retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Retro 1.66 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Circa 1945

Archive II A retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band. View II
Archive III A retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band. View III
Archive IV A retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band. View IV
Archive V A retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band. View V
Archive VI A retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band. View VI
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 265
Items Sold 2,976
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
265
Sold
2,976
A retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band.
Retro 1.66 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1945
Ref: SA644433
A retro 1.66 carat old european cut diamond solitaire engagement ring set in a polished platinum band.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
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
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleRetro
  • MaterialPlatinum, Diamond
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsOld european cut diamond, Solitaire setting, Ribbed shoulders
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

The Retro jewellery era, spanning roughly from the 1935s to the late 1940s, was heavily influenced by World War II restrictions, often featuring bold metallic designs, oversized motifs, and the transition from platinum to yellow gold or palladium.

Engagement rings from this period commonly utilised platinum, white gold, and yellow gold as mountings, showcasing old european cut or early brilliant cut diamonds held securely in prong or bezel settings.

Authentic pieces typically feature period-specific gemstone cuts such as the old european cut, hand-carved detailing, makers marks, and metal purity hallmarks characteristic of mid-20th-century goldsmithing.

A vintage diamond solitaire pairs seamlessly with both contemporary plain metal bands and stackable diamond eternity rings, creating a sophisticated contrast between old-world charm and modern minimalism.

Preserve the integrity of the piece by having the prongs professionally inspected annually, storing the jewellery in a fabric-lined box, and cleaning it gently with warm soapy water and a soft brush.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories