Antique Russian Amethyst Diamond Ring

No one can seem to obtain enough fine Russian jewelry. It has always been desirable, but with each passing month rising demand for this antique jewelry outstrips its modest reserve. No wonder--as it epitomizes artistry, design, and often has been accompanied by princely drama. One look at this cabochon sugarloaf amethyst set within a garden of old European and transitional brilliant cut diamonds, and it speaks of just that origin.

Moreover, the totality of this ring is more than the sum of its parts--over a 10 carat amethyst cut in what is often referred to as a sugarloaf cabochon. Very high domed, it sits up 7/16 of an inch off the finger and 5/16 of an inch off the setting and the diamonds (1.1 cm and 0.7 cm). As deep a pigment as any amethyst can have, these finer examples, known for their color and rich tone, have been mined in the Siberia region and prized for generations. Of the darkest purple, it illuminates the hand it graces.

Encircling the gem are nineteen (19) diamonds of a TCW of approximately 1 carat, each ranging from .05 -.06 carats. The cuts are old European and transitional cuts (seen before the modern brilliant cuts). Their clarity VS and color of H-I. All the gems are set in silver topped 18k gold. Previous Russian hallmarks could not be saved due to small restoration of the ring shank. In very fine condition. Circa 1890.

The ring measures ¾ of an inch (1.9 cm) by just over 5/8 of an inch (1.7 cm).

Size: US 5-1/4 (UK Just under a J; Euro 15.5; 49 mm) but can easily be sized.

Please note weight and grading of stones are approximate, as the gems were not removed from their mounts. Note: the antique box is not original to the ring but is provided with purchase.

Note: All diamond weights and color grades are approximate since the stones were not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.