This Art Deco ring set with an old European-cut diamond weighing 1.63 carats with GIA certificate stating the diamond is H color and VVS2 clarity, within a calibré-cut sapphire and diamond leaf design mount. Set in platinum. Signed Wm Barthman No. 4439, Circa 1920

The diamond is gorgeous and the detail of the leaves unique. This ring has an Art Deco New York City story, signed by William Barthman Jewelers, the "Wall Street" jewelers.

Diamond and gold mining has caused devastation in areas such as Africa, wreaking havoc on delicate ecosystems and communities. Choosing to go vintage, you are eliminating the need for more mining and lessening the demand for new diamonds.