Vintage Diamond Buckle Ring
A striking gold buckle ring with English hallmarks for 1963. It's crafted in 9 carat gold throughout, with a simple band that tapers out into a chunky buckle design at the head, featuring zig-zag engravings and a single cut diamond.
The A & Co maker's mark inside the band attributes the ring to Asprey & Co of London; established in 1781 and famous for its qually craftsmanship and innovative design. From the very start Asprey marketed themselves as a luxury retailer, creating leather and home goods, silverware, and jewellery for, what they described as, "people of refinement and discernment". One of their early specialities was dressing cases, manufactured to accompany the upper class during the new style of travel ushered in by railways. Said dressing cases won an honourable mention at the International Exhibition of 1862 and, in the same year, Asprey were granted their first Royal Warrant from Queen Victoria. More recently, the brand has held partnerships with Ferrari, become the official jewellery sponsor of the Olivier Awards, and designed the iconic Heart of the Ocean necklace that was featured in the 1997 blockbuster Titanic.
Era: Vintage, 1963
Ring size: S or 9.25 US. Resizeable for £55
Width at head: 10.0mm
Weight: 7.2 grams
Stone: Single Cut Diamond
Marks: English, London, 9ct Gold, 1963, Asprey & Co's A&Co maker's mark
Condition: Great vintage condition, light wear consistent with age
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This includes a valuation for insurance purposes, item specifics, date, and origins (where applicable)
Gemstones are tested by an accredited gemmologist (Cert GA, Gemmological Association of Great Britain)
Shipping
Express shipping is free of charge and carbon offset
Tracked and insured with signature on delivery
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Resizing
Ring sizing is available on most rings
£55 flat fee
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Note: sizing may remove some of the patina (although we take every care to reduce this where possible)
Layaway
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Condition
We offer detailed and accurate condition reports on each listing. These pieces are antique, vintage, or pre-loved, often over 100 years old so they're going to have lived a life. A healthy patina and the odd scuff/scrape are quite normal... it's part of their charm! Everything we present has been checked over by our jeweller and should be good for wear for many years to come (unless otherwise stated) but please remember to treat them with appropriate care and consideration for their age.
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An inscription can be added inside the band, where space allows. Add 2-3 weeks to shipping times
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