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Art Nouveau Gold and Diamond Ring “Mystie”

$496

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Description

Sublime ring from the end of the nineteenth century in 18-carat yellow gold, featuring a setting on white gold of a sublime old-cut diamond of 0.10 carat VVSI and H color (almost colorless) haloed with 10 rose-cut diamonds. An yellow gold rope motif encircles the central motif and brings a romantic touch to this elegant piece characteristic of its period.
Size: FR 51 / US 5.75/ UK L
Weight: 2.53g
This unique piece had a previous life in France. 
The Story: The period between the end of the nineteenth century (1895) and the beginning of the twentieth century (1910) saw the birth of the Art Nouveau movement, which would impact architecture, art and jewelry. This artistic movement highlights the aesthetics of curved lines, interlacing or arabesques…. Art Nouveau jewelers, wanting to put an end to the rigour and symmetry of 19th century jewelry, created new techniques and used new materials such as horn, tortoiseshell, amber, and cloisonné enamel. The diamond remains, during this period as always, a reference stone for the jeweler.