Price of Caldwell Ring $40,000 USD 
$10,000 down 
Six month layaway
Final payment due end of February. 
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Every so often, a piece comes along that reminds you why antique jewelry is so extraordinary. A piece where history, exceptional craftsmanship, and the finest materials come together in a way that simply cannot be recreated. This is one of those pieces.
There are Old Mine Cut diamonds... and then there are true Old Mine Brilliant Cut diamonds. They are not all created equal. After all my years in this industry, I can say without hesitation that this is the finest true antique Old Mine Brilliant I have ever had the privilege of handling. The moment I saw it, my jaw quite literally dropped.
Its brilliance is mesmerizing, radiating with an almost unearthly glow. As someone who adores lofty old-cut diamonds, I can honestly say this pillowy crown is as perfect as they come—a textbook example of the very best Old Mine Brilliant craftsmanship.
The diamond is beautifully showcased in its custom platinum mounting by the legendary house of J.E. Caldwell, established in 1839 and celebrated alongside Tiffany & Co. and Cartier. Even more remarkably, the ring retains its original hallmarks and is accompanied by its original J.E. Caldwell presentation box—an incredibly rare pairing that collectors seldom have the opportunity to acquire.
Pieces of this caliber rarely reach the market. They quietly disappear into distinguished collections, often for generations. This isn't simply a beautiful antique ring—it's one of those once-in-a-lifetime treasures that sets the standard by which all others are measured.
Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co 2.89ct Elongated Old Mine Brilliant Diamond J, VS2 in Platinum 
GIA certified #1232698795 
2.89ct natural diamond
Elongated Old Mine Brilliant 
Color J 
Clarity VS2 
Platinum setting
4.70g
Size 5.75 (sizable) 
Original Hallmark! Serial number and JE Caldwell Hallmark
Original antique JE Caldwell ring box late Victorian 
* Complementary sizing and next day shipping fully insured