W.H. Tandy & Sons, 18kt Gold, Platinum & Diamond Ring

This really lovely antique diamond ring was made in Birmingham during the first part of the 20th century. The five stone diamond ring has been crafted with an 18 karat yellow gold band and has a platinum top and platinum claws. The five old mine cut diamonds are slightly graduated in size and are a combination of H/I/J colour stones between SI and SI1 clarity, totalling 2.40 carat. The firm WH Tandy and Sons were prominent Birmingham jewellers and silversmiths in the late 19th and early 20th century, with this ring likely being crafted in the first quarter of the 20th century. It is possible that the ring has utilised stones that have been pulled from an older piece of jewellery, as they are an older cut than was typically used at the time. The ring presents in good antique condition and sits nicely alongside a gold band and could be therefore used as an engagement ring for an antique minded bride to be.

Ring size - 59/R/9

Marked - 'T&S' for maker & '18CT & PLAT' for metal purities

Total diamond weight - 2.4 carat

Total weight of piece - 2.90 grams

Independent appraisal values the piece at $12,800.