The Gemologist Jewelry Pick of the Month for September 2018-.70ct. Diamond & Sapphire Antique Engagement Ring - J34795
This ring, from the Belle Epoque Era ( c.1890-1915) and overlaps the Edwardian Time Period (c. 1901-1915), is the Gemologist's jewelry favorite for the month of September. He admires the Edwardian craftsmanship with the suggestions of bows, flowers and garland, all created in platinum. The Belle Epoque Era includes three overlapping time periods: the Art Nouveau Era, the Arts & Crafts Era and the Edwardian Era. Wealth was abundant during this time period and the arts were thriving. Hollywood movie stars became the arbiter of elegance, taste, fashion and style. This particular ring is presented with a center .70ct. Apx. European cut diamond with VS2 clarity and I-J color. The surrounding octagonal shaped setting is intricately milgrained which gives it a stunning appearance. The meticulously finessed mounting is filigreed, pierced and accented with approximately .05 carat total weight of diamonds and approximately .01 carat total weight of rich natural blue sapphires in marquise shapes. This diamond and sapphire antique engagement ring is an example of elegance at its best! J34795 9.24.18