The understated sparkle of a row of diamonds
The ring set with a continuous row of diamonds owes its popularity to the 1960s, when De Beers promoted it as a wedding anniversary gift, bringing together small stones into a single streak of light. This 18-carat white gold half-band ring echoes this design with understated elegance. Eleven brilliant-cut diamonds, with an estimated total weight of approximately 0.25 carats, adorn the top of the band and end where the finger closes. The metal, hallmarked 750, retains a crisp whiteness that allows the stones to display their full fire. This unsigned second-hand piece can be worn on its own or paired with a solitaire without overshadowing it.
Architecture and jewellery craftsmanship
The 11 stones are set in a groove carved into the top of the ring band, between two polished gold fillets that frame them and protect their round facets. Each diamond is held in place by four grains raised within the metal and shared with its neighbours. This grain setting lifts the stones’ tables, allowing light to enter from the sides. The domed profile, uniform all the way round, and the rounded interior ensure a comfortable fit, with no sharp edges against neighbouring fingers. The setting is substantial for a half-ring wedding band, with a generous thickness of metal that gives it a lovely, secure fit on the finger.
Why choose this second-hand half-band wedding ring
A setting of this size, set stone by stone, now requires a significant amount of workshop time and gold, which weigh heavily on the price of a new creation. Purchased second-hand, it offers the same craftsmanship and materials for a more modest budget. The 11 diamonds, all of the same size, form a tight alignment that creates the effect of a continuous line. White gold retains its lustre with simple care, and the grain setting can be checked and tightened over the years.
Contents and condition
The inside of the ring bears the maker’s mark and the 750 hallmark for 18-carat gold. The ring is size 50. It has been refurbished, polished and inspected by our master jeweller, including the settings, restoring the metal’s mirror-like polish and the diamonds’ full brilliance. It is delivered in a The Swiss Collector box.
Warranty and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this ring, which is covered by a 12-month warranty. We accept returns within 10 days in accordance with our terms and conditions. As Switzerland’s leading second-hand retailer, backed by the largest network of shops, we offer online booking for a fitting and in-store collection, or fully secure international delivery.
* Refurbished – The piece has been polished and inspected by our master jeweller, who has restored it to its original lustre.
