{"product_id":"antique-18ct-yellow-gold-and-platinum-stacking-ring-with-sapphire-and-diamonds","title":"Antique 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum Stacking Ring with Sapphire and Diamonds","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming antique five-stone ring, combining warm 18ct yellow gold with a platinum-set row of old mine cut diamonds and deep blue sapphires. The alternating arrangement gives the ring a lovely rhythm, with the softly irregular facets of the diamonds contrasting beautifully against the rich colour of the sapphires. The hand-finished appearance of the settings and gently scalloped gallery add to its unmistakably antique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of platinum alongside yellow gold is particularly appealing here, allowing the gemstones to take centre stage while retaining the warmth of the gold shank. The ring is not hallmarked but is stamped 18CT PLAT, indicating 18ct gold with platinum. From its construction, antique diamond cuts and overall design, it appears to date from the late 19th or early 20th century, although the exact date cannot be established from the stamp alone. It has a slight tilt to the gallery from years of wear, adding another small reminder of its long life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFun fact: Old mine cut diamonds were shaped largely by hand, with cutters working around the natural form of the rough stone. Their high crowns, chunky facets and larger culets were particularly effective in the softer light of candlelit interiors, giving them the distinctive flashes of sparkle we associate with antique diamonds today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore specs below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• 18ct yellow gold and Platinum\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• the centre diamond measures 3x2mm\u003cbr\u003e• the outer diamonds measure 1.8mm in diameter each\u003cbr\u003e• the outer sapphires measure 2mm in diameter each\u003cbr\u003e• the band width is 2mm at the narrowest point\u003cbr\u003e• the ring weighs just under 2g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOverall, the ring is in good condition with a slight tilt to the gallery due to years of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: UK N½ \/ US 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill arrive in a little white box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI post all my UK orders via Royal Mail Special Delivery. Please make sure to provide me with the correct address as I cannot alter anything once your order is processed. If you have any concerns please contact me within the hour of your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Betty's Ring Box","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55522896445782,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1050\/5604\/3350\/files\/sapphire_diamond_five_stone_ring-002.jpg?v=1790612156","url":"https:\/\/bettysringbox.com\/products\/antique-18ct-yellow-gold-and-platinum-stacking-ring-with-sapphire-and-diamonds","provider":"Betty's Ring Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}