Hancocks
Colombian Emerald and Asscher Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring
An emerald and diamond three stone ring by Hancocks. The ring is set to the centre with a Colombian emerald weighing 0.59ct, claw set in 18ct yellow gold and set between two Asscher cut diamonds, both claw set in platinum and with shoulders accented with small round brilliant cut diamonds. The ring is handcrafted in platinum with signature hand engraved decorative detailing and millegraining on a square profile band.
£18,500.00
Information
Maker
Hancocks
Origin
London
Period
Contemporary
Gemstone
0.59ct Square cut Colombian emerald, minor clarity enhancement - with certificate
2 x Asscher cut diamonds, combined total 1.59ct
8 x Round brilliant cut diamonds, combined total - 0.10ct
Setting
Platinum and 18ct yellow gold
Dimensions
UK finger size L, US finger size 5.75 (Can be adjusted to any size)
Head: 5.6mm
Band: 2mm
REF
127320
Director’s Notes
Historically, the very finest quality emeralds have been found in Colombia, in particular three key mining areas – Muzo, Coscuez and Chivor – which between them have been supplying the world with exceptional gems for many hundreds of years. Stones from these locations are widely regarded to be the most beautiful and intense in colour with a purity of green unmatched by those from any other source. Whilst the earliest record of emerald mining was in Ancient Egypt, indeed Cleopatra loved these gems so much she is reputed to have had her own mine, the beauty of the stones from Colombia could not be rivalled. Since the 16th Century these stones have been widely traded throughout Europe and their superiority in terms of colour and size meant they quickly became the most highly prized emeralds in the world. Mining in these areas continues today and they are still producing exceptional quality gems which are as desirable today as they were to the early Colombians who first discovered them.
