Old World Charm: a Belgian vintage ring for a timeless bond
This vintage engagement ring from the 1940s, likely of Belgian origin, perfectly embodies the elegance of its era. Made in two tones of precious metal, with the main part in 18-carat yellow gold and touches of white gold or platinum, it is adorned with 12 old-cut brilliant diamonds surrounding a deep dark blue sapphire, estimated at about 2.30 carats. This ring embodies the timeless tradition of diamond and sapphire engagement rings, a symbol of love and commitment that has evolved over the centuries. This piece, with its classic design and rich history, represents not only a loving commitment but also a connection to the romantic past of engagements.
Antique jewelry group:
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)
Condition:
very good condition
- (more info on our condition scale)
Country of origin:
Although it bears no readable hallmark, we believe it is of Belgian origin.
Style:
Vintage
- See also: vintage jewelry or more info about styles
Period:
around 1940
- (events and facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)
Material:
Two tones of precious metal, the main part being in 18-carat yellow gold and the white parts are either in white gold or platinum.
- (more info about precious metals)
Additional information:
Engagement rings were used in Roman times, but their return to the West only occurred in the 13th century. The first documented use of a diamond ring to symbolize an engagement was that of Archduke Maximilian of Austria at the imperial court of Vienna in 1477, at his engagement to Mary of Burgundy.
Before the 20th century, other types of engagement gifts were common. Before the end of the 19th century, the future bride often received a thimble rather than an engagement ring. This practice was particularly widespread among religious groups that rejected jewelry. Engagement rings only became the norm in the West at the end of the 19th century, and diamond rings only became widespread in the 1930s. Today, 80% of women are given a diamond ring for their engagement. (Source: Wikipedia)
Diamond(s):
12 old-cut brilliant diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.17 ct. (color and clarity: H/K, vs/si).
- All diamond weights, color shades, and clarity are approximate as the stones are not removed from their settings to preserve the integrity of the mounting.
Precious stones:
One sapphire with an estimated weight of ± 2.30ct.
Color: deep dark blue, probably Australian
Treatment: probably heat treated. Color enhancement by heat treatment of ruby and sapphire is an accepted technique, provided it is mentioned by the seller.
- All colored stone weights are approximate as the stones are not removed from their settings to preserve the integrity of the mounting.
Birthstones:
Diamond is the birthstone (or stone of the month) for April and sapphire is the one for September.
- (more info about birthstones)
Hallmarks:
No trace.
- (more info about hallmarks)
Dimensions:
ring top 1.68 cm (0.66 inch) x 1.46 cm (0.57 inch)
Weight:
4.40 grams (2.83 dwt)
Continental ring size:
51 and 16¼,
US size
5½,
UK size:
K½
Resizing:
free resizing (only for an extreme resizing do we need to charge).
- (more information about ring sizes)
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Old World Charm: a Belgian vintage ring for a timeless bond
This vintage engagement ring from the 1940s, likely of Belgian origin, perfectly embodies the elegance of its era. Made in two tones of precious metal, with the main part in 18-carat yellow gold and touches of white gold or platinum, it is adorned with 12 old-cut brilliant diamonds surrounding a deep dark blue sapphire, estimated at about 2.30 carats. This ring embodies the timeless tradition of diamond and sapphire engagement rings, a symbol of love and commitment that has evolved over the centuries. This piece, with its classic design and rich history, represents not only a loving commitment but also a connection to the romantic past of engagements.
Antique jewelry group:
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)
Condition:
very good condition
- (more info on our condition scale)
Country of origin:
Although it bears no readable hallmark, we believe it is of Belgian origin.
Style:
Vintage
- See also: vintage jewelry or more info about styles
Period:
around 1940
- (events and facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)
Material:
Two tones of precious metal, the main part being in 18-carat yellow gold and the white parts are either in white gold or platinum.
- (more info about precious metals)
Additional information:
Engagement rings were used in Roman times, but their return to the West only occurred in the 13th century. The first documented use of a diamond ring to symbolize an engagement was that of Archduke Maximilian of Austria at the imperial court of Vienna in 1477, at his engagement to Mary of Burgundy.
Before the 20th century, other types of engagement gifts were common. Before the end of the 19th century, the future bride often received a thimble rather than an engagement ring. This practice was particularly widespread among religious groups that rejected jewelry. Engagement rings only became the norm in the West at the end of the 19th century, and diamond rings only became widespread in the 1930s. Today, 80% of women are given a diamond ring for their engagement. (Source: Wikipedia)
Diamond(s):
12 old-cut brilliant diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.17 ct. (color and clarity: H/K, vs/si).
- All diamond weights, color shades, and clarity are approximate as the stones are not removed from their settings to preserve the integrity of the mounting.
Precious stones:
One sapphire with an estimated weight of ± 2.30ct.
Color: deep dark blue, probably Australian
Treatment: probably heat treated. Color enhancement by heat treatment of ruby and sapphire is an accepted technique, provided it is mentioned by the seller.
- All colored stone weights are approximate as the stones are not removed from their settings to preserve the integrity of the mounting.
Birthstones:
Diamond is the birthstone (or stone of the month) for April and sapphire is the one for September.
- (more info about birthstones)
Hallmarks:
No trace.
- (more info about hallmarks)
Dimensions:
ring top 1.68 cm (0.66 inch) x 1.46 cm (0.57 inch)
Weight:
4.40 grams (2.83 dwt)
Continental ring size:
51 and 16¼,
US size
5½,
UK size:
K½
Resizing:
free resizing (only for an extreme resizing do we need to charge).
- (more information about ring sizes)
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This vintage engagement ring from the 1940s, likely of Belgian origin, perfectly embodies the elegance of its era. Made in two tones of precious metal, with the main part in 18-carat yellow gold and touches of white gold or platinum, it is adorned with 12 old-cut brilliant diamonds surrounding a deep dark blue sapphire, estimated at about 2.30 carats. This ring embodies the timeless tradition of diamond and sapphire engagement rings, a symbol of love and commitment that has evolved over the centuries. This piece, with its classic design and rich history, represents not only a loving commitment but also a connection to the romantic past of engagements.
Antique jewelry group:
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)
Condition:
very good condition
- (more info on our condition scale)
Country of origin:
Although it bears no readable hallmark, we believe it is of Belgian origin.
Style:
Vintage
- See also: vintage jewelry or more info about styles
Period:
around 1940
- (events and facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)
Material:
Two tones of precious metal, the main part being in 18-carat yellow gold and the white parts are either in white gold or platinum.
- (more info about precious metals)
Additional information:
Engagement rings were used in Roman times, but their return to the West only occurred in the 13th century. The first documented use of a diamond ring to symbolize an engagement was that of Archduke Maximilian of Austria at the imperial court of Vienna in 1477, at his engagement to Mary of Burgundy.
Before the 20th century, other types of engagement gifts were common. Before the end of the 19th century, the future bride often received a thimble rather than an engagement ring. This practice was particularly widespread among religious groups that rejected jewelry. Engagement rings only became the norm in the West at the end of the 19th century, and diamond rings only became widespread in the 1930s. Today, 80% of women are given a diamond ring for their engagement. (Source: Wikipedia)
Diamond(s):
12 old-cut brilliant diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.17 ct. (color and clarity: H/K, vs/si).
- All diamond weights, color shades, and clarity are approximate as the stones are not removed from their settings to preserve the integrity of the mounting.
Precious stones:
One sapphire with an estimated weight of ± 2.30ct.
Color: deep dark blue, probably Australian
Treatment: probably heat treated. Color enhancement by heat treatment of ruby and sapphire is an accepted technique, provided it is mentioned by the seller.
- All colored stone weights are approximate as the stones are not removed from their settings to preserve the integrity of the mounting.
Birthstones:
Diamond is the birthstone (or stone of the month) for April and sapphire is the one for September.
- (more info about birthstones)
Hallmarks:
No trace.
- (more info about hallmarks)
Dimensions:
ring top 1.68 cm (0.66 inch) x 1.46 cm (0.57 inch)
Weight:
4.40 grams (2.83 dwt)
Continental ring size:
51 and 16¼,
US size
5½,
UK size:
K½
Resizing:
free resizing (only for an extreme resizing do we need to charge).
- (more information about ring sizes)
