Belle Époque Diamond and Ruby Target Engagement Ring, France 1759 An Art Deco classic boasting

An Art Deco classic boasting pleasing geometry right down to the deep blue step-cut center stone

This is a spectacular example of period French jewelry

The sapphire is bright and the old mine-cut diamonds have a lot of character having a big look "ain't so bad" either

Vintage mid-century diamond wedding band set with 5 marquise spaced by graduated brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1

Belle Époque Diamond and Ruby Target Engagement Ring, France 1759 An Art Deco classic boastingAntique ring centering a cluster of 1 center old European cut and 8 old mine diamonds of approximately . 52 carat total, with a calibr cut ruby surround. Mounted in gold and platinum. With French exportation marks for 18k gold. Center: 13mm, shank: 1. 2mm. Circa 1915. Diamonds and rubies make an elegant and romantic coupling on this exquisitely crafted Edwardian treasure. Diamond and gold mining has caused devastation in areas such as Africa, wreaking