Marguerite Ring, Belle Époque, 18 Carat Gold, Rubies and Diamonds

Belle Époque daisy ring (circa 1900) in 14-carat (585 thousandths) yellow gold and platinum . It is set with a natural ruby ​​with an intense red, cut in a sugar loaf shape of approximately 2 carats, surrounded by 10 old-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.50 carats. Two rose-cut diamonds, each approximately 0.05 carats, adorn the shoulders of the tray.

Why do we love this ring?

We love this ring for its period charm and timeless elegance, a refined testament to the Belle Époque. The sugarloaf ruby ​​is an ancient and precious cut, prized for centuries for its unique allure. Unlike faceted cuts that maximize brilliance, this pyramid cabochon cut highlights the stone's depth of color and silky luster . Historically, sugarloaf rubies were particularly prized in royal jewelry and religious ornaments , particularly in the Orient and Europe, where they symbolized power, passion, and protection . This cut captures and diffuses light in a soft and captivating way, giving the ruby ​​an almost incandescent appearance.