{"product_id":"circa-1910-antique-toi-et-moi-transitional-cut-diamond-ring-18ct-yellow-gold-and-platinum-size-n-or-just-over-6-5-2-42g-with-valuation","title":"Circa 1910 Antique Toi Et Moi Transitional Cut Diamond Ring, 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum, size N or just over 6.5, 2.42g, with valuation","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt could only be the French to come up with a super romantic name for a stone that represents two souls forever entwined. The \"toi et moi\" - French for \"you and me\" is a design of ring featuring a massive resurgence in popularity just now (modern shapes and birthstones often used) - but it all comes back to that symbolism. Forever entwined, what better symbol is there for an engagement ring than this? \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe fact that there are two so well matched in this ring is remarkable (a word I keep reaching for when describing this ring)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18ct gold filigree and carved shoulders are just magical - and the craftsmanship required to pierce the gold and then carve swirl designs over 100 years ago by hand is just staggering. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet into the top in platinum are the two transitional cut diamonds. Platinum is such a fabulous choice - it is a bright white metal that never needs plated and makes those diamonds sing, it is a very strong metal - and that is excellent to protect those stones, and we are such suckers for a mixed metal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow - onto those stones! For a brief moment in history (up to about 50 years) these cuts of diamonds were the transition (hence the name) between Old European cuts and the development of the Modern Brilliant Cut. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we love most about them is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💎They are hand cut and polished - so there is that lovely human error in the angles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💎Their checkerboard appearance. At the right angle and in the right light, Transitional Cuts have become famous for an almost checkerboard appearance at times - just like you can see in the top of that central stone. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis ring comes with a 2026 independent valuation for $4230 AU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eParticulars: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSize\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  N or just over 6.5 (\u003c\/span\u003emoderately sizeable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWeight 2.42g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWidth 6mm wide x 4.9mm proud tapering to an arris edge of  1.18 x 0.86mm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eStones -natural diamonds -  approx 2.62mm each - combined 0.14ct - transitional brilliant cut, K colour, VS clarity \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHallmarks \"18CT PLAT\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition  - remarkably good for age - octagonal settings are nice and high, claws are good, minimal sign of companion wear on one side\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCare - As a general rule - jewellery should not be worn for strenuous tasks that may put pressure, chemicals and weight on them (think cleaning, gym, swimming\/spa, carrying things). Jewellery should be inspected checked every six months by a jeweller to check for wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease be aware that this item is pre-loved and therefore is NOT new. Please see the pictures and description to ensure you are happy with it before you buy. Stones may have tiny marks, chips or flea bites, metal will have marks of wear like surface scratches; but any bigger flaws will be clearly highlighted above. Also note - none of the other items or props in the photo come with the item and all measurements are approximate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll full priced items are available on lay-by, sale items can be bought on a split payment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Jewellery Hoarders ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52937940762941,"sku":"26193","price":2090.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/6548\/1533\/files\/37506CE4-6DE7-46B5-8F1C-EACA8C43FCFF_1_105_c.jpg?v=1787894010","url":"https:\/\/vintagejewelleryhoarders.com\/products\/circa-1910-antique-toi-et-moi-transitional-cut-diamond-ring-18ct-yellow-gold-and-platinum-size-n-or-just-over-6-5-2-42g-with-valuation","provider":"Vintage Jewellery Hoarders ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}