These diamonds were cut virtually by hand before the invention of modern bruting and the motorized saw and therefor have a more natural unprocessed look. Like the old mine cut, diamonds cut into this shape possess a high crown, small table, and a large, flat culet. However, the old European cut has a circular girdle. With 58 facets, it is the predecessor of todays modern round brilliant cut. The Old European cut dates to the 1800's and was used mostly during the Victorian , Edwardian , and Art Nouveau/Deco eras.
For consideration is this FABULOUS 14kt white gold engagement or right hand ring. This is a true & authentic VICTORIAN ring and diamonds have not been recut or altered in anyway. The center features (3) diamond solitaires that are prong set, (1) OLD EUROPEAN CUT measuring approx. 5.43 x 5.38 x 3.60 millimeters, (1) OLD ROU. 4.40 x 2.67 millimeters and (1) OLD MINE CUT measuring approx. 3.92 x 2.48 millimeters, with a combined total weight of 1.28 carat. The handcrafted mounting contains (6) round single cut diamonds that are prong set, measuring approx. 2.30 millimeters each, with a combined total weight of. The diamonds have a GIA clarity grade of VS2 to SI1 and F to G in color. This high polished ring is a finger size 6.5, weighs 3.8 grams and stamped 14k. Estimated total diamond weight 1.58 carat!!Diamond measurements, weight and grade are. Approximate as permitted by setting and obtained using millimeter gauge, GemOro master set, 20x loupe & binocular, UV lamp, microscope and carat scale. Colors can vary depending on the settings of your computer monitor.
We only sell desirable, hi-end, vintage/antique/estate jewelry. All diamonds and gemstones are real and none of the gold is plated (unless noted). The diamonds and gold are tested prior to listing. Sometimes reflections from the camera or lighting will create a dark area in the photo's. These "dark spots" are not on the diamonds or jewelry, any markings or problems will be included in the description. Contact must be made within (1) day from auctions close. As they're also part of the description. We encourage you to read our. The item "SUPERB Antique Old European Cut & Old Mine Cut VS2/F Diamond Solitaire Ring 14kt" is in sale since Thursday, March 28, 2019. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Fine\Victorian, Edwardian 1837-1910\Rings".The seller is "periwinkles11" and is located in La Grange, North Carolina. This item can be shipped to United States.