The Art Nouveau period is characterized by curved lines, frequent references to nature, to women. Yellow gold is used a lot. Also the Art Nouveau rings have the same characteristics: they fit the finger, accompany the hand, they have a lot of originality in the treatment of materials. We will find enamel, floral motifs, feminine, the stones are more discreet in this period.
Antique Toi et Moi diamond ring in 18 karat (750) yellow gold and platinum. Antique “Toi et moi” ring whose ends are finished in volutes with old-cut diamonds of 0.10 carat each. The ring is set with 10 rose-cut diamonds and two old-cut diamonds in a platinum setting. Belle Epoque ring, circa 1900, France.
Partially erased eagle head (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and numbering inside the ring.
Finger size: 59 UE or 8.75 US (can be resized)
Ring head dimensions: 19 x 7 mm
Estimated weight of main diamonds: 0.10 carat each
Estimated total diamond weight: 0.25 carat
Art Nouveau MC signet ring in 18 karat yellow gold (750). Antique ring with a relief decoration on the entire ring, depicting two winged figures, one with angel wings, the other with bat wings. They support a coat of arms inscribed with the numeral (or monogram) “MC” in raised letters. The rest of the ring is formed by the body of a snake. The ring features alternating textures of polished and picté gold. Antique ring, late Art Nouveau circa 1910, France.
Eagle head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and goldsmith’s hallmark.
Finger size: 55 EU or 7.25 US (small sizing possible)
Max. ring size: 14 mm
Condition: old change of size visible, usual gold wears.
Large Art Nouveau wedding band in 18 karat rose gold (750). Large antique wedding band decorated with three ivy leaves in relief, set with 15 rose-cut diamonds. Antique wedding band, circa 1900.
Owl hallmark (French State hallmark for 18 karat gold).
Art nouveau leaf ring in 18 karat (750) gold and platinum. Antique ring with a flower and leaf in yellow gold. The main diamond weighs approximately 0.25 carat. The ring is decorated with nine rose-cut diamonds. An original model, typical of this period inspired by plants and nature. Art Nouveau ring, circa 1900.
Owl hallmark (18k gold)
Finger size: 57 EU or 8 US (can be changed)
Design dimensions: 17 x 14 mm
Estimated diamond weight: 0.45 carat
Estimated total weight of main diamond: 0.25 carat
Art Deco diamond ring made of platinum. The ring is set with two old cut diamonds of 0.23 ct each mounted on it, shouldered by three small diamonds of 0.01 cts on each side in a leaf pattern. It makes 8 diamonds ! The top of the ring is openwork with scroll patterns. Art Deco diamond ring, 1930.
Unknown mark inside.
Size of the ring: 54 or 7 (adjustment possible)
Ring head size: 0.4 x 1 cm x 0.4 cm
Estimated diamond clarity : SI1 (graphite inclusions visible through the table)
Size of the main and side diamonds : respectively old cut and 8/8 cut
Estimated weight of the central diamonds : about 0.23 carat each
Total estimated diamond weight: 0.52 carat
Condition: wears of use (polishing is possible on request)
Edwardian solitaire engagement ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold (750). Antique engagement ring centered with a brilliant-cut diamond of approximately 0.15 carats, held in place by six prongs. The central diamond is enhanced by six rose-cut diamonds set on the shoulders of the ring. Antique engagement ring, from the early 20th century, France.
Eagle head hallmark.
Finger size: 53.5 EU or 6.5 US (resizing possible)
Diamond Characteristics
Shape-cut: round brilliant
Estimated dimensions: 3.47-3.69×2.36 mm
Estimated weight: 0.15 carats
Estimated color: I
Estimated clarity: VS2
Estimated cut: Good
Estimated polish: Good
Estimated symmetry: Good
Estimated fluorescence: Faint
Belle epoque diamond flower ring in 18 karat (750) rose gold and silver. Antique ring in the form of a flowering branch set with fifteen rose-cut diamonds, two of which are larger. Antique naturalist ring, circa 1880.
Owl and swan hallmarks (French State hallmarks for 18-karat gold and silver)
Belle Epoque flower ring in 18 karat (750) rose gold and silver. Delicate ring forming a flowering branch set with thirteen rose-cut diamonds. The rose gold band divides and is set with a rose-cut diamond of approx. 0.10 carat, set by eight claws. Antique ring, Belle Epoque period, circa 1900.
Eagle head hallmark and goldsmith’s hallmark. (Hallmark for French 18k gold)
Finger size: 53 EU or 6.25 US (can be changed)
Estimated total diamond weight: 0.18 carat
Design dimensions: 13 x 16 mm
Inclusions : graphite inclusions inside diamonds visible with the eyes
Condition: scratches from use, oxidation on silver parts
Antique diamond wedding ring in 18 karat yellow gold (750) and platinum. Antique ring set with eight old-cut diamonds with a platinum setting. The ring consists of two lines whose ends meet in the centre, on which the diamonds are set. Antique ring, first half of the 20th century.
Owl and mascaron hallmark (later add), Illegible numbers inside the ring.
Antique Victorian solitaire diamond ring in 18 karat pink gold. Engagement ring with an old mine cut diamond of ovale form with for large claws. Shoulders with three strands and small volutes under the diamond. Antique solitaire diamond ring, late 19th century, Victorian period.
Jewel tested with 18 karat gold acids
Finger size: 55 EU or 7.25 US (can be changed)
Height of the bezel: 5 mm
Characteristic of the diamond : Shape-size: oval-antique
Dimensions : 3.76 x 4.40 x 3.28 mm
Weight : 0.34 carat approximately
Colour: I/J
Clarity: VVSI