Antique with a circa .50 carat old cushion diamond with EGL stating it is J-K color, VS2 clarity. In a cluster of 14 old European diamonds circa 1.20 carats, in silver and gold. Unidentifiable mark and partial inscription, 1869 as a possible date. Center 18.4 x 10mm, shank: 1.4 - 2.3mm. Circa 1860.

We always love an old mine cut navette and this one is no exception with its pleasing proportions, chunky cut diamonds and beautifully blackened silver and gold setting!

Diamond and gold mining has caused devastation in places 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.