Antique Victorian Diamond Boat Ring 18k Gold Birmingham 1896
Antique Victorian Diamond Boat Ring 18k Gold Birmingham 1896
Regular price$ 9,400.00
$ 9,400.00
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There is a wonderful confidence in a ring like this; diamonds gathered shoulder to shoulder in a glittering row, each catching the light and sending it dancing to the next. The effect is rich and luminous, a continuous ribbon of sparkle across the finger. Rings like this, often called boat or navette rings, were beloved during the Victorian era for their elegant silhouette and dazzling spread of diamonds across the hand. Pieces like this were made to celebrate life’s brightest moments, their glow meant to be seen across candlelit rooms and reflected in admiring glances.
Handcrafted in England in 1896, this antique Victorian diamond ring is made in 18 karat gold and fully hallmarked with the crown, “18ct,” the Birmingham anchor, and the date letter “w” for 1896. The ring is set with thirteen diamonds totaling approximately 1.36 carats, including a center diamond measuring 4.5 x 4.5 x 3.1 millimeters (about .40 carats), two diamonds measuring 4 x 4 x 2.5 mm (about .50 carats total), and two diamonds measuring 3.5 x 3.5 x 2.4 mm (about .38 carats total). These are accented by eight rose-cut diamonds measuring about 1 mm each, adding delicate flashes of light between the larger stones. The ring measures approximately 5.3 mm north to south across the face, 19 mm across the top of the navette-shaped setting, and stands about 4.9 mm off the finger. The band measures about 2 mm wide. It weighs 4.02 grams and is currently a US size 4.
What makes this Victorian diamond ring especially captivating is its beautifully worked gallery, where graceful scrolls support the diamonds from beneath, an elegant detail typical of fine nineteenth-century craftsmanship. With its generous spread of antique diamonds and timeless form, this ring feels both delicate and dazzling at once, the sort of jewel that instantly feels like a treasure the moment it slips onto the hand.
I offer free layaway on most items purchased for full retail price, please inquire if you are interested in setting up a layaway. We ship when payment is complete and items purchased or payments made on layaway are eligible for store credit only.
I always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let me know and we'll work together to get the item returned for a full refund. I guarantee that my pictures and descriptions are as accurate as possible. My goal is to exceed your best expectations.
Please note that if you are ordering a ring and you’d like to have it re-sized by us, you need to check with us before ordering to see if this can be done and what the cost will be. We generally offer free re-sizing within one full size up or down for no additional charge, but there may sometimes be a charge for the materials, ie: gold. Some rings cannot be re-sized by us, such as eternity bands and heavy signet rings. We are happy to let you know if we can resize any ring and to quote you a price on re-sizings over one full size. Re-sized rings are not eligible for return, but may be exchanged at our discretion.
Item ID: RGA26491VA
Handcrafted in England in 1896, this antique Victorian diamond ring is made in 18 karat gold and fully hallmarked with the crown, “18ct,” the Birmingham anchor, and the date letter “w” for 1896. The ring is set with thirteen diamonds totaling approximately 1.36 carats, including a center diamond measuring 4.5 x 4.5 x 3.1 millimeters (about .40 carats), two diamonds measuring 4 x 4 x 2.5 mm (about .50 carats total), and two diamonds measuring 3.5 x 3.5 x 2.4 mm (about .38 carats total). These are accented by eight rose-cut diamonds measuring about 1 mm each, adding delicate flashes of light between the larger stones. The ring measures approximately 5.3 mm north to south across the face, 19 mm across the top of the navette-shaped setting, and stands about 4.9 mm off the finger. The band measures about 2 mm wide. It weighs 4.02 grams and is currently a US size 4.
What makes this Victorian diamond ring especially captivating is its beautifully worked gallery, where graceful scrolls support the diamonds from beneath, an elegant detail typical of fine nineteenth-century craftsmanship. With its generous spread of antique diamonds and timeless form, this ring feels both delicate and dazzling at once, the sort of jewel that instantly feels like a treasure the moment it slips onto the hand.
I offer free layaway on most items purchased for full retail price, please inquire if you are interested in setting up a layaway. We ship when payment is complete and items purchased or payments made on layaway are eligible for store credit only.
I always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let me know and we'll work together to get the item returned for a full refund. I guarantee that my pictures and descriptions are as accurate as possible. My goal is to exceed your best expectations.
Please note that if you are ordering a ring and you’d like to have it re-sized by us, you need to check with us before ordering to see if this can be done and what the cost will be. We generally offer free re-sizing within one full size up or down for no additional charge, but there may sometimes be a charge for the materials, ie: gold. Some rings cannot be re-sized by us, such as eternity bands and heavy signet rings. We are happy to let you know if we can resize any ring and to quote you a price on re-sizings over one full size. Re-sized rings are not eligible for return, but may be exchanged at our discretion.
Item ID: RGA26491VA
