Antique Edwardian ring set with a 4.52 carat marquise-cut diamond with GIA certificate stating the diamond is I color/VS1 clarity within a scalloped designed gallery enhanced by single-cut diamonds, which extend to the shoulders. Set in platinum. Circa 1910. See it in video of this ring here.
This lovely Edwardian ring features an elegant openwork scalloped basket and beautifully detailed shoulders to show the diamond on center stage. The shape of this marquise is particularly flattering, Goldilocks "just right".
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.