Edwardian Diamond Buttercup Ring

Edwardian Diamond Buttercup RingAn exceptional antique buttercup ring set with a particularly bright (and wonky) old mine cut diamond. The settings, carved from the gold of the head, give the appearance of flower petals, and cause the light to reflect back out through the stone enhancing its brilliance. This one's crafted in 18 carat gold and dates from the early 20th century with English hallmarks from 1905. The old mine cut is a precursor to the modern brilliant cut, and they're

The classic design features simple chain links with a faceted edge made from warm-toned 9ct gold

Both front and back are engraved with bouquets of forget-me-not flowers and swallows

natural discolouration

called the Floralia which involved dancing

13 in total

1cm (from tops of wires)

56ct total approx

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

The stone is somewhat unusual

By studying the records of comet sightings between 1531 and 1682

and abstract designs and the original glass panels are both present inside

or heads of great Men such as Shakespeare