Architectural Art Deco Platinum Diamond Ring, Belgium, circa 1950
This Belgian platinum Art Deco style ring, dating from around 1950, has a striking architectural presence. Two old European cut diamonds anchor the stepped, geometric composition, while four smaller diamonds sharpen its symmetry and sense of movement. With approximately 1.92 carats in total, the design feels bold yet disciplined, carrying the confidence of Art Deco into the early post war years. A ring with real character, made for someone drawn to strong lines rather than quiet convention.
Jewellery Type
ring
Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Belgium
Style
Art Deco style jewellery - Dating from around 1950, this jewel continues the geometric design language associated with Art Deco.
Its architectural composition, stepped construction, rectangular outlines and strong symmetry retain the characteristic visual vocabulary of the style.
Although made after the principal Art Deco period, the design illustrates how its clean lines and bold geometry continued to influence diamond jewellery during the early post-war years.
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Period
ca. 1950
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Material
platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
One
old European-cut
diamond with an approximate weight of 0.75 ct
Colour and clarity: I–J, SI
One
old European-cut
diamond with an approximate weight of 0.75 ct
Colour and clarity: G–H, VS–SI
Four
old brilliant-cut
diamonds with an approximate total weight of 0.42 ct
Colour and clarity: H–J, SI–I
Total diamond count
Six diamonds
Total diamond weight
Approximately 1.92 ct
- Any diamond weights, colour grades, and clarity stated are approximate unless otherwise noted, as diamonds are not removed from their settings in order to preserve the integrity of the piece.
- All diamonds in our antique and vintage jewellery, regardless of size or shape, are verified by the IJGC laboratory as natural.
Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Brand
Signature
Monogram
Engraving
Hallmarks
Belgian hallmark for 960-grade platinum
Maker’s mark DR for John De Roy, Lambermontstraat 23, Antwerp
Marked PT960
These marks came into use around 1950, supporting the dating of the ring to that period.
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Dimensions
top of the ring head
1,85 cm (0,73 inch) x 1,35 cm (0,53 inch)
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Weight
9,50 gram (6,11 dwt)
Ring size Continental EU: 59 & 18¾ , Size USA: 8¾ , Size UK: R
Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
26203-00045
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