Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

The old european cut diamond or old euro cut was the primary diamond shape used in the art deco era old mine cut diamonds or miner cut were used in victorian and edwardian eras.

Old mine cut diamond engagement ring.

Old mine cut diamonds have a high crown a small table and a large flat culet. In fact it is also one of the first things people notice and compliment on. If you re looking for an engagement ring that s out of the ordinary the unique beauty of an old mine cut diamond is a good place to start. The old mine cut diamond is the antique diamond cut that was prevalent from the mid 1800s until the early 1900s.

The ring centers a gia certified 3 07 carat old mine cut oval diamond of k color si1 clarity. They are similar to today s cushion cut. There is some overlap between the periods when both antique diamond cuts coexisted. 3 carat oval diamond engagement ring with side stones.

Old mine cut diamond engagement rings. While the center diamond is a critical element of an engagement ring the choice of setting helps set your ring apart from others. Our collection of old mine cut diamond engagement rings features antique vintage inspired and our own namesake by erstwhile rings. Old mine cut diamonds date back to the early 18th century.

It is the predecessor to the modern diamond but has many elements that remain very unique and different. An old european cut diamond is set to each side each approximately 0 15 carats. Developed in 18th century europe and known as the old miner this beautiful old world cut is known for a chunky sculptural shape. History of old mine cut diamonds.

Make offer 1930s mine cut diamond solitaire engagement ring 18k white gold size 6 rg1703 vintage 14k gold platinum diamond ring old mine cut 0 82ct si2 circ 1900 s 1 650 00. Click here to browse and select a beautiful diamond for yourself. Engagement rings with an old mine cut diamond. During this period diamonds were cut and measured by hand with the diamond cutter s skill and perception playing a key role in each diamond s proportions appearance and overall beauty.

The old mine cut dates to the 1700s and was most prevalent during the georgian and victorian eras. The lencia ring is an authentic antique piece from the edwardian era. The old mine diamond engagement rings below were cut between 1900 1940. Since these diamonds were fashioned long ago your best chance of finding an original old mine cut diamond is probably with a jeweler who sells antique.

Old miner cut diamond ring designs and settings.