Antique 18ct yellow gold 0.25ct old mine cut diamond and black enamel mourning ring
Antique 18ct yellow gold 0.25ct old mine cut diamond and black enamel mourning ring
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A very special antique piece - we feel that it's our destiny to get it to a wonderful home that will love and appreciate it. This ring showcases a beautiful 0.25ct old mine cut diamond (SI1 clarity, F colour) in its black enamel shield centre. The enamel is in amazing condition! There are so many fantastic details to behold, such as lovely shoulders and a hand engraved inscription to the back of the head that indicates that this is a mourning piece. It is clearly a labour of love and so well made, beautiful from all angles. This is one of the oldest pieces we've ever had, all the way from 1844 - our Victorian finds are usually from the late Victorian period. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just feel connected to this little piece of history, we're excited for you to see this amazing piece in person.
Size: Q (US size 8.25)
Weight: 4.3g
Markings: Full English hallmarks for 18ct gold, London, 1844, monarch's head duty mark, S.C maker's mark, additional J date better (1844) on the outside of one shoulder. Inscribed "Jon..n Arnott Esq OB 20th Dec 1844 at 63" on back of head.
Condition: This piece should be worn lightly and with care. The claws on the diamond are holding it in well enough, but cannot be further secured without changing the look of the piece. The enamel is in beautiful condition on the head of the ring, and still quite visible on the shoulders considering the age of the piece. Any enamel piece should be worn with care.
Resizeable? Yes, by a few sizes only up or down
Before you buy
How do you authenticate your pieces?
We carefully assess every piece using our gemmological training, specialist tools, and industry experience. We are both studying toward the Graduate Gemmologist (GG) qualification with GIA (Gemological Institute of America) and have completed the Applied Jewelry Professional (AJP) and Graduate Diamonds (GD) qualifications.
We also work closely with our jeweller, who has almost 50 years of experience and is a qualified gemmologist.
Carat weights are estimates based on measurements taken in the setting unless otherwise stated. Precise weights can only be obtained from loose stones. Many of our diamonds are old cuts, which are often asymmetrical and not calibrated due to traditional hand-cutting techniques.
We aim to provide clear photos and videos from multiple angles to help you purchase with confidence.
Do US customers have to pay tariffs or duties?
No - for United States customers, the price shown includes insured DHL Express shipping and import duties/tariffs.
This means there should be no separate DHL bill for these charges on delivery. We always ship at full declared value so your parcel stays compliant, secure, and fully insured.
Do you offer layaway or payment plans?
We offer an interest-free layaway (lay-by) service on orders over $500 AUD - please get in touch using the form below to set this up. Full details can be found on our layaway policy page.
PayPal Pay in 4 is also available at checkout (subject to eligibility), which allows you to pay in instalments to PayPal while we send your piece out right away.
Do you offer ring resizing?
Yes! We’re happy to help you get the perfect fit.
- Sizing down: Complimentary on all rings where resizing is possible - let us know your preferred size at checkout.
- Sizing up: Please contact us for a quote.
Our jeweller takes great care to keep the finish seamless and preserve original details and hallmarks where possible.
You can read more about ring resizing and common myths in our blog post.
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