Georgian Diamond Cluster Ring
Georgian in design and artisanship, this classic antique cluster ring places those characteristics at the forefront. An old mine cut diamond estimated at just shy of ˝ of a carat is surrounded with a perimeter of eight (8) old mine cut diamonds ranging in size from approximately .07 to .15 carats. The total estimated diamond weight is 1.5 carats of sheer impact.
Typical for the period, each gem has been set in silver pinched collet mounts and varies in size and shape, as it has been hand cut to best display its individual properties. The color of the central stone shows with a hint of champagne and the accompanying diamonds vary in color from very white to a tad more silvery. The soft and dazzling glint of the foiled and closed back settings of each diamond is indescribable.
The stylized yellow gold shank with its curved lines and reeded geometry is well suited to the floral cluster. Engraved within the interior of the band are the name “Larcha” and the letter “V”. Perhaps this was the original owner or the loved one who gifted the ring. The rest of the inscription has been worn away through the years.
Condition: Good to very good; one smaller stone possibly chipped (although in such a way as on a perfect facet with two smaller facets so this may have been intentional). Another stone very slightly askew and the surrounding metal a bit distorted. Overall light wear as commensurate with age and use. One point of silver solder reinforcement noticeable on the reverse in the cluster.
Measurements: The cluster is more than ˝ of an inch (1.4 cm) each way and the shank is 3/16 of an inch (0.5 cm). Currently is a size US 6-1/2 (British M to M-1/2; Euro 17, 53.5 mm) and can be sized to fit most. Weight of 4.3 grams.
Date: Circa 1790 – 1800
Note 1: All diamond weights are approximate since the stones were not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
Note 2: This ring can be used as an engagement ring but should not be exposed to water due to the closed back and foiled setting.
