Antique 1859 Victorian, Colombian Emerald No-Oil & Diamond Three Stone Ring 18k

A Secret Message? A Victorian Love Story Hidden in Plain Sight. 💚

Every so often, a ring comes along that stops me in my tracks. This extraordinary 1859 Victorian Colombian no-oil emerald and diamond ring is one of those rare treasures I suspect I will remember for a lifetime.

In my three decades of collecting antique jewelry, I have rarely encountered a Victorian setting with such exceptionally fine, intricate craftsmanship. The delicate floral motifs and elaborate scrollwork are breathtaking, each detail painstakingly created by hand with extraordinary patience and skill.

But upon closer inspection, I discovered something rather fascinating…

A secret letter hidden amongst the exquisite detailing. The letter “A.”

Naturally, my imagination began to wander. Could this have been the initial of the woman for whom the ring was commissioned? Or perhaps something a little more romantic?

Three-stone rings have long symbolized love and devotion, representing the past, present, and future. And I couldn’t help but wonder… could that little “A” have stood for Always?

“I choose you. Always.”

Oh, how romantic is that?!

This is precisely what I adore about antique jewelry. The mystery, the sentiment, the untold stories! Whatever its meaning, a ring of this caliber was certainly no ordinary purchase. Commissioning such intricate craftsmanship would have required considerable means, and I can only imagine the importance it held for its original owner.

And just when you think the setting couldn’t possibly be more spectacular, there’s the emerald itself!

A GIA-certified 1.09-carat Colombian emerald, VIVID GREEN, with NO OIL! 💚

And goodness, does she ever glow!

The richness and depth of this emerald are truly extraordinary. Flanked by approximately 0.80 carats of beautifully matched old European cut diamonds, she has just the right amount of brilliance and contrast, all nestled in buttery 18k yellow gold.

Finding a Colombian emerald of this quality is remarkable in its own right. Finding one in an original Victorian setting with such extraordinary craftsmanship? Well, that is something else entirely.

I genuinely believe I could spend years searching and never encounter another quite like her.

Some antique jewels are beautiful. Others are unforgettable. This one is both. 💚

Antique 1859 Victorian, Colombian Emerald No-Oil & Diamond Three Stone Ring 18k

GIA report number 123-678-9038

1.09ct Natural Colombian emerald

No Oil

Side diamonds are .80 total carat weight old European cut approximately VS FG

18 carat yellow gold

Original Hallmark (Hallmark has been interrupted by the previous owner)

Hallmark indicates the ring is from London 1859

Very rare setting with ultra fine exquisite hand carved detail.