The asymmetrical embrace of Toi et Moi
The Toi et Moi design symbolises the coming together of two destinies, a geometry made famous by Napoleon Bonaparte during his engagement to Josephine de Beauharnais in the 18th century. This pre-owned ring reinterprets this classic with striking structural audacity. The centre of the composition features two cultured pearls in complementary hues. The first is a 12 mm cream sphere with a slightly pinkish hue. It faces a 9.6 mm grey pearl with discreet iridescent reflections. The whole is mounted on an 18K white gold structure.
Architecture and jewellery craftsmanship
The setting unfolds in an asymmetrical architecture where the upper arms wrap around to support the weightless central gems. These volute segments and two adjacent spherical outgrowths are paved with brilliant-cut diamonds. Each stone is firmly held in place by tiny metal claws. The alloy features a deliberate two-tone contrast. The lower ring reveals the natural champagne hue of the unrhodium-plated white gold, while the set upper section retains a pure grey rhodium plating.
Why this second-hand Toi et Moi ring
Choosing this type of second-hand jewellery is part of a sharp aesthetic approach. Contemporary jewellery often tends to slim down settings to reduce production costs. This piece, on the other hand, has a generous volume of gold to ensure a solid base on the finger. The combination of 18.15 carats of pearls and meticulous paving testifies to a demanding traditional craft offering a ratio of material and presence impossible to find in standardised modern creations.
Delivered contents and condition
This size 53 piece bears 18K 750 hallmarks engraved inside the ring, validating the exact titling of the metal. Our workshop has completely polished the setting and rigorously checked the diamond setting and pearl attachment. This care guarantees smooth surfaces while preserving the original two-tone contrast. The jewel will be delivered to you carefully installed in its 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 on-site 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.
