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1920’s filigree diamond ring.

This 18 k white gold 1920’s filigree diamond ring has a smaller diamond than most I’ve posted but it’s still a healthy .56 carats (European cut, high quality). The diamond isn’t what makes this ring exceptional, though; it’s the details.

1920's filigree diamond engagement ring with a .56 carat old european cut diamond. Via Diamonds in the Library.
Just look at that filigree gallery. That diamond isn’t in a setting, it’s in a birdcage. It would look like it was floating on my hand (I mean, anyone’s hand. What?).

A 1920's filigree diamond engagement ring with a .56 carat old european cut diamond. Via Diamonds in the Library.

My favorite part is the way the filigree around the diamond seamlessly melts into the engraving embellishing the shoulders. It looks organic, almost like feathers.

Antique 1920's filigree diamond engagement ring with a .56 carat old european cut diamond. Via Diamonds in the Library.

This lovely thing is from the 1920’s. Did I mention that I love this ring? I love this ring.

Art Deco filigree diamond engagement ring with a .56 carat old european cut diamond. Circa 1920's. Via Diamonds in the Library.

It blows my mind to think about the fact that this ring was made by humans. A person thought of the idea, made it happen, and now it exists and is making my heart skip a beat, almost 100 years later.

An Art Deco filigree diamond engagement ring with a .56 carat old european cut Circa 1920s. Via Diamonds in the Library.

Side view.

This 1920’s filigree diamond ring was sold by Lang Antiques and is currently listed in their archive. So we can’t buy it, but we can behold it and be glad that it exists. All images and info are thanks to Lang.

A 1920's filigree engagement ring from the Art Deco era.

Store profile: Rachel Pfeffer Designs on Etsy

I recently discovered another great Etsy store – RachelPfefferDesigns. Rachel Pfeffer is a local DC jewelry designer (holler) and makes really fabulous things.

As with any online shopping, please don’t forget to make sure that the pretties you’re admiring are the right size before you pull the trigger. My jewelry sizing cheat sheet can help.

Please click here if you’d like to read my guide to buying jewelry on Etsy.

Snow White Drusy with Hearts Ring by Rachel Pfeffer. Via Diamonds in the Library.

Some of her pieces are edgier than what I normally wear, but they’re awesome and I’m full of appreciation for them. She uses a lot of druzy and hammered brass. Her currently available pieces start at around $26 and go up to $300+, depending on materials.

Handmade Heart Bib Necklace- Brass and Sterling Silver by Rachel Pfeffer. Via Diamonds in the Library.

Rachel Pfeffer also writes a blog where she discusses her jewelry and also other things, like what it’s like to run your own business from home. She sounds like a pretty cool lady.

Mini Sterling Silver Honeycomb Necklace by Rachel Pfeffer by Rachel Pfeffer. Via Diamonds in the Library.
Sterling Silver Handmade Turquoise and Gold Drusy Dangle Earrings by Rachel Pfeffer. Via Diamonds in the Library.

I haven’t bought anything from her myself (yet) but her work is fabulous and her Etsy feedback is nothing but positive.

Big Sparkling Blue Drusy Necklace with Brass Chevrons on Chain by Rachel Pfeffer. Via Diamonds in the Library.
Handmade Petite Sterling Silver Bow Necklace by Rachel Pfeffer. Via Diamonds in the Library.

Always remember when shopping online: size matters! Click here for my jewelry sizing cheat sheet.

Sapphire, tsavorite garnet and diamond ring by Schlumberger.

Jean Schlumberger is another of those names that should say to the practiced jewelry stalker, “hey, this piece is going to be worth looking at.” Allow this ring by Schlumberger to show you what I mean.

A sapphire, tsavorite garnet and diamond ring, Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Via Diamonds in the Library.

This is one of Schlumberger’s less complex pieces, but I think it’s wonderful. The colors of the gems speak for themselves, more embellishment is unnecessary. I also think that gold was the perfect metal to warm up this vibrant but cold color combination.

What do you think of it? Can you see the floral inspiration? Are you with me on the gold mixed-metal setting, or would you have preferred all platinum?

The ring is designed as a flower set with an emerald-cut sapphire weighing 13.83 carats, supported by platinum stylized petals set with round diamonds. As I mentioned, it is by Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.. The design is completed by a gold shank set with round tsavorite garnets. The ring is signed T&Co., Schlumberger Studios.

This ring by Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. was sold in Sotheby’s December 2011 Magnificent Jewels auction. All images and info are thanks to Sotheby’s.

Sapphire, tsavorite garnet and diamond ring, Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Via Diamonds in the Library.

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