Emerald sugarloaf ring

[cardamomcookie]

I’m thinking of buying this antique emerald sugarloaf ring at Lang Antiques. I love the unusual cut and color, and the art deco history, but the price is giving me doubts, especially as it has two little scratches on the side of the stone. Should I buy it or wait for a better quality stone? The link is here: https://www.langantiques.com/art-deco-sugarloaf-emerald-and-diamond-ring-gia-f1.html.

 

[cardamomcookie]

I forgot when I put it on reserve the price won't show up. It's almost 8k. Here's some pics.

 

[LilAlex]

Congrats! I love this! Was disappointed to see it sold although, realistically, spouse is weary of may cab craze. So glad it's "in the family"!

I can't speak to price but I don't think it's out of line. 3.4 ct and F1 is awesome -- and a Lang "Art Deco" is the real deal and way better than most others' Art Deco style.

I loved this the second I saw it!

ETA: color is great -- what is unusual? And two scratches are meaningless given it's a century old. Yes, it is a little "busy," inclusion-wise, but in a genuine period piece that is also F1, that is to be expected and even admired. Enjoy! (Gently.)

 

[Autumn in New England]

I'm partial to sugarloafs (loaves? lol), so I might be the wrong person to ask. Nice color and design... love the antiquity aspect. I don't think the price is unreasonable, but if you're not specifically looking for a vintage ring, I do feel you could save several bucks by buying a loose cab of comparable size and quality. The half carat of H-I, I1 diamonds aren't worth much, so consider that you're paying $8k predominantly for the emerald and somewhat because the ring has been dated to the art deco period. Good luck! Lovely piece!!

 

[LilAlex]

I'm partial to sugarloafs (loaves? lol)...

@Autumn in New England! So wonderful to see your voice! I hope you're well and have missed you here! Come liven things up a bit!

Agree with your point on the diamonds above -- I1 is a bit of a surprise. And, in older pieces, I do use that quality level -- like I do 14K vs. 18K in other contexts -- as a bit of a proxy for how invested the maker was in the final product. But I still think it's a stunning ring and rare opportunity.

 

[Autumn in New England]

@Autumn in New England! So wonderful to see your voice! I hope you're well and have missed you here! Come liven things up a bit!

Agree with your point on the diamonds above -- I1 is a bit of a surprise. And, in older pieces, I do use that quality level -- like I do 14K vs. 18K in other contexts -- as a bit of a proxy for how invested the maker was in the final product. But I still think it's a stunning ring and rare opportunity.

Hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving, my friend!!

 

[dk168]

I love this ring for the centre stone and design.

I shall keep it as a ring inspiration for the sugarloaf cabs that I have.

DK