{"product_id":"art-deco-platinum-old-mine-cut-diamond-solitaire-engagement-ring-by-bravingtons","title":"Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring by Bravingtons","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful 1930s platinum diamond solitaire engagement ring by the London jewellers Bravingtons, dating to circa 1935. At its centre sits a wonderfully clear old mine-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.50 carats, with a lovely warmth to its colour, complemented by six smaller rose-cut diamonds set into the shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central diamond is particularly appealing, with the distinctive hand-cut proportions and lively sparkle that make old mine-cut diamonds so special. Unlike modern brilliant-cut diamonds, which are cut to standardised proportions, old mine cuts were individually shaped by hand, giving each stone its own unique character. This example has a beautiful combination of warmth and clarity, with broad facets that catch the light wonderfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diamond is held in an elegant platinum claw setting, allowing plenty of light to enter the stone. Three little rose-cut diamonds are set into each shoulder, adding a delicate shimmer without distracting from the central solitaire. The gently shaped shoulders lead into a slender platinum band, creating a beautifully balanced and elegant design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ring bears the maker's mark for Bravingtons, a well-established London jewellery and watch business associated with Frank William Bravington, with premises on Pentonville Road and Ludgate Hill. The firm was a familiar name in London's jewellery trade during the early 20th century, offering everything from watches and fine jewellery to engagement rings and wedding bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the 1930s, Bravingtons advertised platinum wedding rings and diamond engagement jewellery, reflecting the growing popularity of platinum for its strength, elegant white appearance and ability to showcase diamonds beautifully. It is rather lovely to imagine this very ring being chosen from one of their London shops as an engagement ring nearly a century ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to the Art Deco period, the ring combines the elegance of 1930s platinum jewellery with the romance of an earlier tradition of diamond cutting. The old mine-cut diamond, with its softly warm colour and wonderfully clear appearance, gives the ring a beautiful individuality, while the delicate rose-cut diamond shoulders add just the right amount of extra sparkle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly lovely vintage diamond solitaire engagement ring, combining a characterful old mine-cut diamond, understated platinum setting and the added interest of a recognised London jeweller's mark. A wonderful choice for someone looking for an engagement ring that is classic and elegant, but with a little history and personality too.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57644185747829,"sku":"215M","price":2340.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/files\/art-deco-platinum-old-mine-cut-diamond-solitaire-engagement-ring-by-bravingtons-2038455.jpg?v=1792001366","url":"https:\/\/parkinandgerrish.com\/en-ie\/products\/art-deco-platinum-old-mine-cut-diamond-solitaire-engagement-ring-by-bravingtons","provider":"Parkin and Gerrish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}