18ct White Gold Diamond Rivière with 2.16ct Old European-Cut Center, 7.73ctw
Oh, to wear the sun glinting on a river, interpreted as diamonds around the neck… Is that not the original sentiment of the rivière? This example does a wonderful job of executing the object's thesis.
For the diamond lover in search of graduation over matriculation, this rivière provides an excellent compromise; rose, got diamonds, stud, the majority of the neck, while the pinnacle yields an exceptional 2.16ct OEC, in the N/O color range. The warmth of the diamond creates a singular depth – to my eye, this is an entirely original, beautiful OEC that was likely a family, diamond, given to the jeweler to build the piece around. I am wretchedly jealous of the new owner, who proudly extracts this rivière from their jewelry box every morning!
Details
- Era: circa 1930s–1950s
- Origin: England
- Materials: 18-carat white gold
- Diamonds: rose cuts and old European cuts; stated total weight 7.73 carats
- Center diamond: old European cut, stated weight 2.16 carats, measuring 8.5 × 5 mm; stated color N/O
- Additional old European-cut diamonds: four at approximately 0.13 carat each and two at approximately 0.45 carat each
- Rose-cut diamonds: 66 stones; supplied combined weight approximately 4.15 carats
- Length: 15 inches
- Condition: excellent for its age
- Hallmarks / stamps: swallow motif inside a cartouche reading 750
Shipping & Services
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