Late 1800s Rose Cut Diamond and Turquoise Cluster Ring, 18K
Materials:
Turquoise, ~0.10ct European Cut Diamond, ~0.75ctw Rose Cut Diamonds, 18K Gold
Date:
Late 1800s, Possibly partially constructed from an early 1800s button.
Size:
US SIze 5 (can be resized up to a 7 1/2 for $50)
Face measures 17mm in diameter.
Condition:
Good. Constructed in the Victorian era, likely from a Georgian era button. Old solder visible behind the head-- not visible when worn.
Description:
A spectacular and very unusual turquoise and diamond cluster ring, centering on a little European cut diamond, surrounded by rows of turquoise and rose cut diamonds. Nicely constructed, probably utilizing a Georgian era button for the outer ring of diamonds-- the Victorians were very clever about re purposing old jewelry.