Antique and Vintage Jewelry Library p27

In this enchanting 1920s antique design, the diamond engagement ring is reinvented. Cast in platinum, an airy pattern of diamond floats in a stunning configuration around a magnificent brilliant cut stone. The ring's enticing dome shape catches light from every angle throwing off dazzling flashes with even the slightest movement of the hand.

Details: Antique, circa 1920. Platinum 900. Round brilliant cut and round single cut diamonds; 0.63 ct. SOLD

The platinum band of this engagement ring provides a regal backdrop for a classic trio of stones. A round faceted aquamarine is center set in the engagement ring. Weighing 1.01 carats, this blue gemstone is flanked by a pair of old mine cut diamonds. The diamond duo has a combined weight of 0.22 carats. Circa 1950's or later. SOLD

Heart-shaped leaves of ivy delicately wind their way around the finger in this 1920s floral and filigree diamond engagement ring. The centerpiece of this 1920s engagement ring is an octagonally set round brilliant cut diamond. This J-colored, VVS1-clarity diamond weighs 0.27 carats. Six additional filigree-heart-set round full cut diamonds encircle the octagon, lending a total diamond weight of 0.47 carats to this platinum engagement ring. Circa 1920 or later. SOLD

This 1930s style sapphire and diamond cross captures the delicate beauty of butterflies in a church cathedral garden. The 18k yellow gold cross is clad in sterling silver and is open carved with bar and butterfly motifs. Seventy old style round brilliant and rose cut diamonds are embedded in this 1930s cross for a total diamond carat weight of 0.76 carats. The points of this antique style cross are further enhanced with a collection of twenty rectangular and square calibre cut blue sapphires. The sapphires total 0.4 carats of gemstone weight. Circa 1930s or later. SOLD

With this antique filigree ring, make your engagement spectacular. In this 1920s masterpiece by Ostby and Barton, delicate filigree detailing gives way to the stunning clarity of an enchanting round aquamarine. Perched atop a band of white gold cast in a flowing pattern of textured flourishes and painstaking detail, an aquamarine measuring 1.03 carats plays delicately with light like a water droplet cast in crystal.

Details: Circa 1920. Trademark of "OB" for Ostby and Barton. 14k white gold. Round, faceted, mixed cut aquamarine; 1.03 ct. SOLD

Fashioned in 18k white and yellow gold, bow and heart motifs come together in these antique earrings that are laden with pearls and diamonds. Two double diamond encrusted hearts delicately dangle from each bow for a total single cut diamond weight of 0.04 carats. A creamy round pearl rounds out each earring's stunning array of highlights for a bit of seductive movement. A threaded post and nut back securely holds these antique earrings in place. With antique pearl and diamond drop earrings like these, it's obvious where the saying "good things come in small packages" comes from. Circa 1930s-1940s. SOLD

The gorgeous rosy white 17.5mm Mobe pearl in this antique ring is redolent of a sugar-kissed marshmallow puff. The 18k white gold band of this antique ring is done in an open weave that meanders up the shank into a bowtie pattern. This antique Mobe pearl ring's bowtie is accented with five single cut round diamonds. Antique pearl rings like this one also make unusual engagement rings. Circa 1950s to 1960s. SOLD

The intricate design of this 10k yellow gold late Victorian bar pin makes a fashionable statement when pinned to a favorite shirt, dress, or jacket. The oval faceted mixed cut purplish red glass stone that centerpieces this late Victorian piece, looks equally stunning against any fabric. Oliver and Bloomfield trademark. Circa 1900 SOLD

Crown your love for her with this unusual Retro diamond engagement ring. The raised coronet setting of this engagement ring is particularly breathtaking. Sitting in the center of this regal pedestal is an M-colored, VVS1-clarity round brilliant cut diamond that weighs 0.34 carats. The 18k yellow gold band of this engagement ring is topped with white gold looping for a two-tone effect. Circa 1950s or later. SOLD

This antique hand-wrought aquamarine engagement ring is as engaging as sea water. The 3.01-carat aquamarine gemstone has a pale blue hue that gives this antique aquamarine engagement ring an understated elegance. The ring's antique hand-wrought platinum mounting is highlighted with engraved scallop and scroll designs. Circa 1920. SOLD

Like a dolphin playing in the ocean, this 1940s diamond eternity band displays a playful up-down motion. A trio of diamond-studded streams encircle this anniversary ring's platinum band. The center rivulet is slightly raised, lending visual depth to the finger. In total, 124 round single cut diamonds accent this 1940s eternity band for a total diamond weight of 1.14 carats. The diamonds range in color from E to G and in clarity from VVS1 to I1. Circa 1940. SOLD

A pale blue oval aquamarine adorns the top of this platinum filigree antique engagement ring. The platinum band of this 1920s antique engagement ring is shouldered with a collection of six old style single cut diamonds. These 0.05 carats of diamonds flank a 1.70-carat greenish blue aquamarine. Circa 1920. SOLD

In this engagement ring, circa 1922, an old European cut diamond lies embedded in a web of white gold strands. As if inflated with air and light, the domed filigree shape of the ring arcs upward from the finger punctuating the gleam of the diamond with a symmetric floral pattern.

Details: Antique, Circa 1922. Trademark, F and F Felger. 18k white gold. Old European cut diamond, 0.37 carats. SOLD

A vibrant peony unfolds in this diamond cocktail ring with floral design. The 14k white gold topsetting of this cocktail ring is fashioned with a series of six flower petals, each of which is center set with a round single cut diamond. A transitional round brilliant cut diamond forms the center of this cocktail ring's flower. This diamond is G in color and VS2 in clarity and weighs 0.43 carats. The combined weight of all the diamonds is 0.55 carats. This ring could also be worn as an engagement ring. Circa 1960. SOLD

Set in platinum, the band of this classic engagement ring holds a round faceted mixed cut aquamarine in its center. This alluring greenish blue gemstone weighs 0.85 carats. A pair of tapered baguette cut diamonds flanks the aquamarine, lending 0.14 carats of diamond weight to this antique engagement ring. Circa 1950 or later. SOLD

The East-West setting and scrolled design of this 1925 filigree diamond antique engagement ring are two of its most notable features. The arrowhead and hexagonal settings of the three centerpiece old style single cut diamonds intrigue the eye. The filigree 18k white gold band of this antique engagement ring is further enhanced with four old style full cut diamonds. Ranging in color from F to I and clarity from VVS2 to SI1, this antique engagement ring's diamonds total 0.39 carats. Circa 1925. SOLD

Imagine the compliments you'll receive when you add this Art Deco pearl and enamel bar pin to your antique jewelry collection. This Art Deco bar pin is set in 14k white gold and is highlighted with contrasting white and black enamel. The bullet-shaped ebony enameling is accented with a feathery gold top-setting. A dark creamy white half round pearl centerpieces this antique enamel bar pin. Cartier Gough and Co. trademark. Circa 1920 SOLD

With a brilliant flash of color, a circle of fourteen rectangular tapered calibre cut blue sapphires draws the eye in this 1930s antique engagement ring. These sapphire accents give this antique engagement ring a gemstone weight of 0.60 carats. The center diamond is old European cut and is flanked by two old style full cut diamonds for accent on the platinum band. Circa 1930. SOLD

Wrap your finger in the delicate beauty of orange blossoms with this antique carved platinum wedding band. A carved floral orange blossom spray extends all the way around the iridium-platinum band of this wedding ring. The hand engraving "M.D.G. to P.R.F. 6-26-1928" lends romantic provenance to this antique wedding ring. Circa 1928. SOLD