Antique Victorian diamond ring set with a 0.52 carat old European-cut diamond center with EGL certificate stating the diamond is H - I color/VS1 clarity. Set in 18K yellow gold. British Hallmarks. Circa 1880

The delicate wrapped 'X's on the gold band remind us of two beautiful kisses for the wearer of this ring.

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.