Victorian .94ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Dinner Ring 14ct antique parure featuring a Lion and the

featuring a Lion and the Order of the Garter Seal

moving perfectly and uniquely on any wearer

Mounted on a simple

Measurements: 2 grams

The quality and size of the pearls were imperative

Victorian .94ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Dinner Ring 14ct antique parure featuring a Lion and theAfter 1870, when the South African mines opened, large diamonds became available for use in rings. Rings from the Late Victorian period are defined in a large part by their use of diamonds, cluster and marquise boat shapes, use of pearls, and light airy styles which were an inspiration for rings made in the upcoming Edwardian period. Victorian engagement rings largely changed with the diamond rush and diamonds of substantial size were not only used in