{"product_id":"art-deco-18ct-gold-toi-et-moi-crossover-pearl-and-diamond-ring-circa-1930","title":"Art Deco 18ct Gold Toi et Moi Crossover Pearl and Diamond Ring, Circa 1930","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eThis elegant antique pearl and diamond crossover ring, crafted in rich 18ct yellow and white gold, dates to circa 1930 and reflects the refined sophistication of early 20th-century jewellery design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eAt its centre, the ring features a romantic \"toi et moi\" (you and me) motif—a symbolic pairing of a lustrous white cultured pearl and a beautifully proportioned old cut diamond, set opposite each other in a graceful crossover style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eThe pearl is smooth and round, with a soft, creamy lustre, while the diamond is securely held in a classic claw setting that allows maximum light to pass through the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eThe central diamond is an \u003cem data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"641\"\u003eold cut\u003c\/em\u003e, a hand-cut style popular before the invention of modern cutting techniques. Characterised by a high crown, small table, and open culet, old cut diamonds are treasured for their warm, romantic sparkle and slightly irregular faceting, offering a distinctive antique charm that modern cuts cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eFlowing into the shoulders, the crossover design continues with four old cut diamonds set on each side, all delicately grain-set in 18ct white gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eThis white gold setting enhances the brightness and brilliance of the diamonds, creating a beautiful contrast with the warmth of the yellow gold shank. The ring’s elegant curvature, soft colour palette, and vintage details come together to create a piece that is both timeless and meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1661\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eGraceful, symbolic, and full of vintage charm, this circa 1930 ring is a refined example of antique craftsmanship—ideal as a romantic gesture, an engagement ring with character, or a cherished addition to any fine jewellery collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1661\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eRing size: J 1\/2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1661\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eProduct code: 142X0256\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GoodwinsAntiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52958685102427,"sku":"142X0256","price":3950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/0238\/8571\/files\/IMG_2038_902cfec4-9291-4863-a87f-0494d8f3d536.webp?v=1778513720","url":"https:\/\/goodwinsantiques.com\/products\/art-deco-18ct-gold-toi-et-moi-crossover-pearl-and-diamond-ring-circa-1930","provider":"Goodwin Antiques Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}