Antique and Vintage Jewelry Library p31

Wish upon a star and your dreams will come true with this old European cut diamond engagement ring. The platinum band of this antique engagement ring is textured along the shoulders but the real visual intrigue lies in the milgrain star center. A collection of seven old European cut diamonds interlaces the points of the star and accents its center. Totaling 0.64 carats, the diamonds range in color from F to H and in clarity from VS1 to SI2. Hand engraved initials and date lend romantic provenance to this antique engagement ring. Circa 1925. SOLD

This aquamarine engagement ring with leaf motif showcases the beauty of a summer flower garden. The 14k white gold band of this engagement ring is pierced with a leaf motif that lends natural beauty to the setting. Sitting front and center in this engagement ring and bursting forth like a hydrangea is an oval faceted mixed cut aquamarine that weighs 1.57 carats. Circa 1920. SOLD

Like a silken spider web, this filigree diamond engagement ring by J.R. Wood is captivating. Set in 18k white gold, the band of this engagement ring is woven in filigree along the shank and shoulders. The open cut hexagonal top setting holds a 0.55-carat old European cut diamond with a clarity of VS1 and a color of F. A J.R. Wood trademark is stamped on the inside of the shank. Circa 1920. SOLD

Adorn your earlobes in stardusted moon glow with these estate pearl and diamond earrings. Set in 18k white gold, twelve round single cut diamonds totaling 0.12 carats are semicircled around these estate earrings in a shooting star pattern. The focal point of these estate diamond earrings is the round Mabe pearls that centerpiece them. Light creamy white in color, these pearl accents have rose and silver overtones that bring to mind a romantic starlit full moon. Circa 1960. SOLD

A collection of old style round brilliant, full and single cut diamonds are geometrically set in this Art Deco filigree engagement ring in platinum. Ranging in color from E to H and in clarity from VVS2 to SI1, the combined weight of these diamonds is 0.61 carats. Other notable features of this antique engagement ring are filigree crosses and strips of square calibre cut blue sapphires. Circa 1928. SOLD

The 18k white gold band of this antique Art Deco engagement ring is square mounted with an old style round brilliant cut diamond that weighs 0.33 carats. Two sides of the underbezel is accented with beautifully carved leaves. The carved shoulders of the band are accented with two rectangular faceted mixed cut blue sapphires that lend an additional gemstone weight of 0.11 carats to this Art Deco antique engagement ring. Circa 1925. SOLD

This Retro pearl and diamond engagement ring is as appealing as an exquisitely wrapped package. Of special note is the whimsical diamond bowtie accents that grace both sides of this pearl and diamond engagement ring's mounting. Constructed of platinum, the shoulders of this Retro engagement ring's band are done in a basket-weave pattern that is accentuated with twelve round single cut diamonds. A cultured Akoya pearl serves as this Retro engagement ring's piece de resistance. Circa 1940s. SOLD

You'll be reminded of the delicate folds of lacy ribbon when you wear this 1930s sapphire and pearl filigree bar pin. The filigree work that runs down the center of this antique bar pin lends an airy feel to the 14k yellow gold setting. Two semi-spherical dark creamy pearls add touches of understated elegance to this 1930s bar pin. The focal point round faceted mixed cut sapphire attracts the eye with its 0.12 carats of vibrant violetish-blue coloring. Allsopp - Bliss trademark. Circa 1930 SOLD

The geometric intrigue of Art Deco jewelry takes center stage in this platinum filigree wedding ring. Circular diamond-set rhomboids inside milgrain-trimmed hexagons give this antique filigree wedding ring triple geometric appeal. Set in platinum, the filigree band of this Art Deco wedding ring is encircled with fifteen round single cut diamonds which total 0.33 carats. Circa 1930s or later. SOLD

The yellow gold and violet-blue gemstone combination of this contemporary sapphire ring by David DeAtley is a gorgeous contrast in hues. The 14k yellow gold band has a uniquely elongated hexagonal mounting. Centered with a hexagonal mixed cut Sri Lanka blue sapphire, the gemstone weight is 1.80 carats. David DeAtley was well known for his unusual cut sapphires. Circa 2003. SOLD

This antique Art Deco filigree and diamond wedding ring is like a circlet of crystal-studded snowflakes. The band's intriguing array of geometric details lends the flavor of an artistic masterpiece. The eleven round single cut diamonds in this antique wedding ring total approximately 0.28 carats in weight. Antique Art Deco filigree and diamond wedding rings rarely come as elegantly and richly detailed as this one. Circa 1920s. SOLD

Regal elegance and sophistication reign in this Victorian filigree diamond wedding ring. The 18k yellow gold band of this Victorian wedding ring is topped with silver for a two-tone effect. The squared shoulders and shank are filigreed and trimmed in milgrain. Four old European cut diamonds are horizontally set across this antique engagement ring's top and total 0.50 carats. Circa 1890. SOLD

Sapphire and baguette diamond engagement rings surround the finger in oceanic beauty. The 1.63-carat round faceted mixed cut blue sapphire that highlights this engagement ring radiates with color. Set in platinum, two tapered baguette cut diamonds flank the sapphire, lending 0.33 carats of diamond weight to this sapphire and baguette engagement ring. Circa 2000. SOLD

This platinum and diamond engagement ring is laced with so many diamonds that its hand wrought mounting appears as a radiant constellation in a star-lit sky. The platinum band of this diamond engagement ring is topped with a buckle-like mounting that is triple-striped with diamonds. An old style round brilliant cut diamond is square set in the midst of thirty-four round single cut diamonds. Ranging in color from E to G and in clarity from VVS2 to SI2, the diamonds total 0.87 carats. Milgrain adds texture to this platinum and diamond engagement ring's setting. Circa 1930. SOLD

A pearl and diamond embrace each other in perfect harmony in this Victorian antique engagement ring. The 18k yellow gold band of this antique engagement ring is trimmed in platinum and is set with a collection of seven rose and table cut diamonds. The total diamond weight of this Victorian engagement ring is 0.062 carats. The center diamond hugs a button shaped silver-white natural Oriental pearl. Circa 1900. SOLD

With its ivy touches, coral backdrop and filigree trimming, this antique cameo brooch and pendant exudes Old World charm. Delicate 14k gold filigree surrounds the brooch pendant's necklace-clad woman shell cameo. The necklace she wears is accented with a round faceted mixed cut blue sapphire that weighs 0.68 carats. Sprigs of ivy braided through her hair and brushing her shoulders lend romantic appeal to antique brooches and pendants like this one. Circa 1935. SOLD

Contrasting gemstones lend visual intrigue to this antique 1910 Edwardian cross with pearls. Thirty natural Oriental pearls line the stems of this antique Edwardian cross, with an additional eight delicately accenting the attached 18k karat yellow gold chain. A contrasting round faceted mixed cut blue sapphire centerpieces this platinum and 18k yellow gold Edwardian cross. Four rose cut diamonds accent the outer points of this antique pearl cross for a subtle touch of shimmer. Circa 1910. SOLD

A summer parasol dripping with sprinkles of raindrops provides a romantic touch in this Victorian antique diamond engagement ring. The dome-shaped 18k yellow gold band of this Victorian engagement ring is carved in a crescent moon pattern and is pierced on top in a carousel effect. Inside the piercing of this antique engagement ring lies a collection of floral set old mine and old European cut diamonds. Ranging in color from F to H and in clarity from VS1 to SI2, the diamonds have a combined weight of 0.29 carats. Circa 1885. SOLD

1930s antique sapphire engagement rings like this one are as captivating as an inky twilight sky sprinkled with radiant stars. A rectangular cut-corner mixed cut blue sapphire centerpieces the platinum band of this antique engagement ring. This 1.65-carat violetish blue gemstone is accented with a collection of twenty of old style full cut diamond along its pedestal setting and shoulders. The total diamond weight of this 1930s engagement ring is 0.40 carats. Circa 1930. SOLD