Art Deco Style Diamond Engagement Ring
Decorative art, jewelry, personal adornment • Unknown commercial jeweler; potentially a mass-market luxury brand or independent boutique jeweler
Style & Movement
Neo-Art Deco/Revivalist style characterized by geometric symmetry and architectural prong settings
Medium & Technique
White gold or platinum mount with brilliant-cut and baguette-cut gemstones. Lost-wax casting and hand-finishing techniques.
Creation Period
Late 20th century to contemporary period (circa 1990-present)
Dimensions & Format
Standard jewelry scale; estimated size 5-7 US. Miniature format intended for physical wear.
Subject Description
A three-stone or pave-accented engagement ring featuring a central round brilliant gemstone secured by a six-prong 'Tiffany-style' setting, flanked by decorative side stones.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; minimal visible wear to the shank, secure prongs, and clear gemstone facets
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $4,500 (depending on material purity and gemstone certification)
Auction Estimate
$800 - $1,800
Provenance History
Private collection; housed in a maroon velvet presentation box with a teal ribbon motif typical of high-end retail packaging.
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the enduring popularity of early 20th-century aesthetic motifs in modern romantic giftware and the evolution of the solitaire engagement ring.
Notable Features
Distinctive six-prong crown setting provides extra security for the center stone; the high-profile mount is designed to maximize light refraction.
Condition Issues
Minor surface abrasions on the metal bands (scratches); possible light accumulation of organic material in the basket setting.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional ultrasonic cleaning and steam treatment; periodic checking of the prong tightness by a certified gemologist.