Whispers from the Past: The Renaissance Diamond Ring's Tale

This Late Renaissance diamond ring, if it could speak, would tell a saga spanning centuries, from its creation by Renaissance artisans inspired by a rebirth of beauty and intellect, to being a silent witness to clandestine loves and pivotal destinies. Imagine it recounting the passage through generations, echoing the human quest for connection, beauty, and knowledge. Each story it holds, from grandiose events to intimate moments, is a testament to the enduring artistry and emotional depth that only such a timeless piece can convey, bridging the past and present with its whispers of history.

Antique jewelry object group
late Renaissance ring

Condition
very good condition, especially considering its age
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Renaissance - The Renaissance (Italian: Rinascimento, from ri- "again" and nascere "be born") was a cultural movement that spanned roughly the 14th to the 17th century, beginning in Florence in the Late Middle Ages and later spreading to the rest of Europe. The term is also used more loosely to refer to the historic era, but since the changes of the Renaissance were not uniform across Europe, this is a general use of the term. As a cultural movement, it encompassed a resurgence of learning based on classical sources, the development of linear perspective in painting, and gradual but widespread educational reform. Traditionally, this intellectual transformation has resulted in the Renaissance being viewed as a bridge between the Middle Ages and the Modern era. Although the Renaissance saw revolutions in many intellectual pursuits, as well as social and political upheaval, it is perhaps best known for its artistic developments and the contributions of such polymaths as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, who inspired the term "Renaissance man".
See also: Renaissance
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Period
ca. 1600
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Material 18K
yellow gold and silver (touchstone tested)
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Technique
The rose cuts are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality.

Diamonds
Three old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.32ct colour and clarity H/K, vs/si
All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 0,45 cm (0,18 inch)
see picture with a ruler in millimeters and inches

Weight
1,30 gram (0,84 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 50 & 16 , Size USA: 5¼ , Size UK: J½

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
24004-0313

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