Behold her majesty! A perfectly gorgeous and immensely glittery which was cut in the mid 19th century (or quite possible even earlier), set in a simple coronet mount of Platinum with pretty touches and latterly on a slim band of 18ct yellow Gold, the epitome of a classic solitaire engagement ring. The Diamond measures a good 1.35ct and is a wonderful example of it's type, with large open facets which reflect the light so impressively. It is a cushion shape which was very common at the time given the natural crystalline shape of the Diamond being pyramidical, as the modern rounded cuts hadn't been developed yet.
The bewitchingly beautiful Diamond is most likely of South African origin and is very clean, we would judge the colour to be H/I and the clarity VS11. These old gems do not tend to match well to the modern grading system which has only been in use since the 1950's and is designed for modern cuts.
A piece of history and a truly original choice as an engagement ring, this jewel is one to treasure and keep in your family as stones such as this are being re-cut every day into modern shapes and their hand cut individuality lost forever. The ring size is a 'J' or '4.75' but adjustment to fit is easy and free. The band is likely a later replacement.