This Art Deco Belais diamond solitaire engagement ring is framed by a square mounting. This estate jewelry ring features a bright white old European solitaire diamond (0.22, SI3, I). This old European diamond is mounted in a beautifully designed square shaped 18 kt ( 750 ) white gold mounting. All four sides of this square shaped mounting have linear engraved designs that are separated by open cut designs. An engraved wheat shank completes the classic beauty of this Belais engagement ring.
Geometric designs such as square shapes were popular during the 1920s Art Deco Jewelry Period.
Old-European cut diamonds were the primary diamond cut from 1900 to 1920. They are often thought to be old mine cut diamonds, as they have a high crown and fewer cuts than other diamonds. They offer an amazing glow in low light, as many homes in the early 1900s still did not have electricity.
This estate jewelry ring was made by the American company, Belais.
One old European cut diamond measuring appx 0.22 carat weight (appx 1/5 carat), Clarity: SI3, Color: I
Measures: 5/16" north to south, 6/16" left to right, 1/8" height above finger
Hallmarks: 18K BELAIS
Size: 6 1/4
Weight: 2.5 Grams
Circa:1930s
This estate jewelry Belais old European diamond engagement ring is in excellent condition.