18kt Yellow Gold Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring

A solitaire ring in 18kt yellow gold set with a single old European cut diamond estimated at 1.35ct, H/I colour, SI clarity. The stone displays the characteristic high crown, small table and large culet of the old European cut, with good spread and presence for the weight.

The multi-claw white metal collet is a form associated with late Victorian and Edwardian solitaire rings, providing a contrast to the yellow gold band. The combination of yellow gold and white metal setting is typical of the transitional period between full yellow gold work and the widespread adoption of platinum.