The singular allure of this vintage Italian solitaire
Founded in 1926 in the province of Arezzo, the prestigious UnoAerre manufacture profoundly defined the standards of Italian goldsmithing. This second-hand jewellery piece bears the very rare State hallmark on the crown, formally identifying a creation made between 1934 and 1944. At the centre of this historic setting in 18-carat yellow gold is a brilliant-cut natural diamond weighing around 1.00 carats. This gem reveals a clarity estimated between VS1 and VS2, combined with a colour shade between G and J. The overall look of this ring testifies to the technical demands and rigour of the craftsmen during this pivotal decade.
Architecture and jewellery expertise
The design of this piece is based on an ingenious cathedral-like architecture with ascending, clean lines. The central diamond is firmly held by a 4-claw setting resting on an elegant bevelled bezel. This elevation subtly clears the stone's breech, allowing optimum light to flow through the facets to maximise the gem's clarity. The solid gold structure of the ring offers a reassuring density to the wear while perfectly balancing the imposing diameter of the main diamond.
Why this second-hand solitaire
Privileging a vintage solitaire from this period represents a strong aesthetic and qualitative choice. Reproducing a setting of such material density with the costs of today's bespoke craftsmanship would require a substantial budget. Buying this ring gives you access to a one-carat diamond supported by a historic construction of exceptional solidity. It is an opportunity to invest in a generous volume of stone while benefiting from the enduring craftsmanship and alloy quality of mid-century Italian haute orfevrerie.
Delivered contents and condition
The origin of the creation is formally documented by multiple hallmarks inside the ring. These include the 750 and 18KT titling hallmarks, the AR 1 master code specific to the province of Arezzo and the Italian state emblem. Available in size 53, this ring has been meticulously crafted in our jewellery workshops. The craftsmen carried out a rigorous check to ensure that the 4 claws remained in place, and polished the gold throughout. The piece is delivered without its period accessories, carefully packaged in a The Swiss Collector case.
Guarantee and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece with a 12-month guarantee. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. As the leading second-hand retailer in Switzerland and with the largest network of boutiques, we offer online booking for an onsite fitting and collection or fully secure international shipping.
* Refurbished: our jewellery craftsman has meticulously polished and inspected the piece to restore it to its original brilliance.
