French 18ct Gold and 2.15ct Diamond Navette Ring c. 1865 6 carat 51mm (length) x 4

51mm (length) x 4

we love the use of rich yellow 14k and blackened sterling in this original

and the boules around the silhouette are very in line with the archaeological revival jewelry of the era

the brooch is estimated to contain 1

16" length

French 18ct Gold and 2.15ct Diamond Navette Ring c. 1865 6 carat 51mm (length) x 4Crafted circa 1865 in vibrant 18 carat gold, this sterling and diamond ring is a Napoleon III period treat. With neoclassical shoulders and a Navette design, boasting well over 2cts of diamonds, this historical jewel has a rarity to its construction in its usage of open and closed back diamonds. It is exceptionally rare to find a fine diamond ring which mixes open back settings with a closed foil back; and those rose cut diamonds are eye clean. The