Circa 1915 4 Stone Transitional Cut Diamond Mixed Metal Ring, 18ct Yellow & White Gold, size N1/2 or 7, with valuation

This amazing mixed white and 18ct gold handmade ring from Circa 1915 was right at the start of the trend for transitional cut stones and mixed metal - which were started as an Edwardian thing (and carried on with flair into the 1930s (using platinum) and tapered off in the 1940s (using palladium)). This ring is remarkable for its 110 years of age - and it has clearly been loved and treasured by it previous owners - because just look at it - the claws still prominent and raised, the gallery piercing is fabulous, and there is almost no sign of companion wear (side note - we would never advise wearing this ring with another ring next to it - the thought of wearing through that hand carved detail does not bear thinking about, plus you would not see those amazing swirls etc) 

Transitional cut diamonds - one of our favourite cuts because they only existed for a really short period of time. For a brief moment in history (about 30 years) these cuts of diamonds were the transition (hence the name) between Old European cuts and the development of the Modern Brilliant Cut. 
Not only are they rare due to their short time in history, but people are also having these stones recut into modern brilliants (insert face of shock and horror here- who would do that!?). 
What we love most about them is:
💎They are hand cut and polished - so there is that lovely human error in the angles. 
💎They have bigger tables and open culets. 
💎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 various pictures of these stones. 

This ring comes with an independent valuation for $5260 AU

Particulars: 

Size N1/2 or 6.75 (moderately sizeable)

Weight 2.68g 

Width 7.15 x 15.05 x 5.25mm on a reverse tapered half round shank of 1.18 x 0..78mm

Diamonds - transitional brilliants - approx sizes 0.05ct 0.10ct 0.09ct 0.06ct - so total diamond weight 0.3ct 

Hallmarks  none 

Condition - light wear given age 

Please 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.

All items are available on lay-by please get in touch to discuss options.