Provenance

This Art Deco beauty is original to c.1925 and is a very refined example of the incredible craftsmanship of the era. The cocktail ring had been born and large flashy rings such as this one were the go-to choice for the speakiesies and jazz bars that were hugely popular. Set with two round old-cut diamonds in open-back rub-over settings that have been made to look octagonal. A decorative open-work border surrounds it, giving the appearance that the diamonds are actually suspended rather than mounted to the ring. To a cluster design that features an intricate platinum openwork design, interspersed with old-cut diamonds in both grain and rub-over settings. Beautiful millegrain edging throughout. The ring is low in profile, making it perfectly comfortable to wear despite its elongated finger coverage.

What I love about this ring is that it captures the spirit of its era. In the 1920s, the influence of the Ballets Russes and designers like Poiret ignited a fascination with the ‘exotic,’ inspiring a wave of extravagant Eastern-inspired jewels. This ring instantly makes me think of a peacock’s feather!

The Stones

• Central diamond weight: (each) 0.35ct
• Central diamond size: (each) Length 5.05mm; Width 4.9mm; Depth 2.25mm
• Total diamond weight: 1.02ct

The Band

• Metal Composition: platinum

The Ring Overall

• Front Head Dimensions: Length 23.8mm; Width 18.15mm (including shoulders)
• Height of Setting: 3.7mm
  

General Wear & Condition

• Excellent: minor wear commensurate with age. All stones are secure and well set, with no damage to the mount. Professionally polished and carefully inspected by our workshop, ready to wear and enjoy.

Unless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).