Edwardian Onyx & Diamond-Inlaid Ring, 2.53 Carats 18K Gold & Platinum

A slick & unique Edwardian Onyx & Diamond Inlaid Gold & Platinum ring. A Marquis-cut, polished Onyx cabochon (weighing over two and a half carats) is bezel set in a filigreed 18K yellow gold mount. Inlaid in the Onyx is a Platinum star with a 1.25mm basket-set, round Diamond. Rope, ribbon, and knurled triple-filigree. English-made, circa 1901-1915. All natural, earth-mined, antique gemstones.

Onyx has been used in jewelry since the time of ancient Egypt. This specific-style, also called a "mourning ring" was popularized in the late Victorian-era with Queen Victoria popularizing the style after Prince Albert's death in 1861. Victorian mourning rings were  primarily made from yellow-gold with pearl-inlay. 

The incorporation of Platinum, delicate lace-like filigree, and the addition of a diamond rather than a pearl narrows this piece firmly in the Edwardian era.  

Size: 7.25 (US)

Dimensions: 25mm x 12mm

Band Width: 2.4mm

Stamped: Unstamped

Material: 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum (Tested) 

Weight: 3.074 grams

Total Carat Weight: 2.53

Gemstones: Onyx, Diamond

1- Onyx: 22mm x 8mm x 2mm= 2.518ctw.

1- Diamond: 1.25mm x 1.25mm (round)= 0.012ctw.