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5 stone Single Cut Diamond w/Orange Blossom Carving Band

chrono

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Although I am very sorry a PSer had to part with this gorgeous antique band, I am proud to be the new owner. In my own investigation, this 18K yellow gold ring was made in the early 1900s by Gorham Manufacturing Co, as part of a limited edition release. It is very well made with unbelieavable detail, making me suspect this is a die struck piece. The orange blossoms are so fine that you have peer up close, and then be amazed that they have little curves and dips as though they are indeed real. There is milgrain everywhere including the very bottom of the band. Like my new Van Craeynest piece, the milgrain is so fine it feels extremely smooth to the touch and even looks smooth until you stare hard at it from a few inches away.

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Dee*Jay

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Wow, what a stunning piece!
 

chrono

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Thank you, Dee Jay.

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chrono

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Last of the close up pictures.

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Thank you DS.
Lulu, per your request, here are the hand shots. I tried numerous times and these are the clearest I have.

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chrono

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DRL,
Thank you. Like you, I am amazed at the level of detail and finish of this ring, including its very good condition, considering how old it is.

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Mara

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just beautiful, the detailing is amazing!
 

rosetta

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Beautiful!
 

pandabee

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Wow! I remember seeing that one!! Looks great on you. Glad it went to someone who can appreciate its fine details and history!!
 

Laila619

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Stunning!! Love the buttery yellow gold!
 

stci

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So cute Chrono! Another incredible find for you! You are the best! :appl: :appl:
 

Rosebloom

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Beautiful!!!
 

SB621

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Gorgeous Chrono! I wish I had seen it!! Can you tell me what the karat gold weight is? it looks very yellow to me...18K?
 

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WOW! That is a gorgeous piece. The details, the 2-tone. I LOVE IT!!

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minousbijoux

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It is absolutely beautiful. No surprise there at all, but what I love the most is your knowledgeable and oh so loving description...

Enjoy it.
 

Snowy

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Absolutely stunning!

I have a very simple Orange Blossom piece. I'm not sure of their background but they seem to have very beautiful pieces!
 

chrono

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Thank you so much for looking and all the compliments.

Sarahbear,
I don't know the weight of the ring, only that it is 18K yellow gold with 14K white gold around the diamonds.
 

lulu

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Thanks for the hand shots. It really is lovely.
 

Starzin

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Very pretty. I love the orange blossom detail. Congratulations on a great pickup :))
 

dreamer_dachsie

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I love that style. How does it look paired with your spinel VanC ring?
 

Tacori E-ring

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Wow! Beautiful!
 

T L

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Congratulations Chrono. You have such an eye for fine pieces of jewelry.
 
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