Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist
Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi by Unknown artist

Victorian diamond and pearl engagement ring so-called romantic Toi et Moi 1890

Unknown artist

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  • About the artwork

    Antique jewelry object group: ring 'toi et moi'

    Condition: very good condition
      -  (more info on our condition scale)

    Country of origin:Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of Belgian origin.

    Style: Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from themiddle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveaustyle have their beginnings in the late Victorian era.
      -  See also: Victorianor more info on styles

    Style specifics: Late Victorian / early Art Nouveau - The subject of this piece, although typical 19th Century, announces the coming of the Art Nouveau style.

    Period: ca. 1890
      -  (events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era)

    Source of inspiration: Love and romance

    Theme: Toi et Moi ring - The French call this shape of rings "Toi et Moi" which means "You and me".

    Material: 18k pink gold and silver, see also: The silver on gold technique (touchstone tested)
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    Extra information: Betrothal rings were used during Roman times, but weren't generally revived in the Western world until the 13th century. The first well-documented use of a diamond ring to signify engagement was by the Archduke Maximilian of Austria in imperial court of Vienna in 1477, upon his betrothal to Mary of Burgundy.

    Before the 20th century, other types of betrothal gifts were common. Before the end of the 19th century, the bride-to-be frequently received a sewing thimble rather than a engagement ring. This practice was particularly common among religious groups that shunned jewelry. Engagement rings didn't become standard in the West until the end of the 19th century, and diamond rings didn't become common until the 1930s. Now, 80% of the women are offered a diamond ring to signify engagement. (from: Wikipedia)

    Diamond(s): One old European cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 0.60ct. (colour and clarity: H/J, si).
    8 old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.44ct. (colour and clarity: G/K, si/i).

    Total diamond count: Nine pcs.

    Total diamond weight: approx. 1.04 crt.

    - All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts topreserve the integrity of the setting. Also we have all diamonds screened by the IJGC - lab (www.ijgc-worldwide.com)for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural!

    Precious stones: One salt water pearl
    - All color stone weights are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.

    Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and pearl for June.
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    Hallmarks: No trace.
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    Dimensions:See picture with a ruler in cm and inches

    Weight: 3,20 gram (2,06 dwt)

    Ring size Continental: 54 & 17¼ , Size US 6¾ , Size UK: N

    Resizing: Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
      -  (more info on ring sizes)

    Reference Nº: 19261-0046

    Copyright photography: Adin, fine antique jewelry



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