{"title":"Antique Diamonds","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirthstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnniversary:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10th, 60th\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolding an antique diamond feels like handling an ancient treasure—and for good reason. These hand-cut gems from the 1700s and 1800s are precursors to today's modern round brilliant, carrying the undeniable charm of the Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian, and Art Deco eras. Unlike modern diamonds cut by precise machines, antique diamonds were shaped individually by skilled craftsmen using only hand tools and keen eyes, making each stone unique with its own personality and character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe most common antique cuts are old mine and old European styles, both featuring wide, geometric facets that create bright pops of sparkle rather than the disco ball dazzle of contemporary cuts. These diamonds were designed to perform beautifully under candlelight and early gas lamps, offering superior light performance in dim lighting conditions like romantic restaurants. Originally sourced from the \"old mines\" of Brazil and India before African deposits were discovered, antique diamonds tend to have warmer color tones but often \"face up\" whiter to the naked eye due to their expert hand-cutting. As post-consumer recycled gems, they represent the most environmentally sustainable diamond choice with virtually no carbon footprint, while their rarity continues to increase as fewer remain in circulation each year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"43ct-cosima-engagement-ring-old-european-cut-diamond","title":".43ct Cosima Engagement Ring - Old European Cut Diamond with Canadian Diamond Accents in 14k Yellow Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hand-carved Cosima ring celebrates the romantic charm of antique diamonds with modern sensibility. The .43ct Old European cut center stone brings that coveted vintage sparkle, softer and more romantic than today's precision cuts. Sparkling Canadian diamonds (.12ct total weight) are flanking the antique beauty, creating a brilliant constellation along the band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach stone is carefully bezel-set for everyday durability, while the thoughtful hidden shelf design allows your future wedding band to stack flush against it. It's old-world romance meets contemporary craftsmanship, perfect for someone who appreciates the story that antique stones whisper through their facets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 14k Yellow Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGem Info:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld European cut diamond (.43ct, 4.8mm, antique cut)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gia.edu\/report-check?reportno=5234285768\"\u003eGIA Report no: 5234285768\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanadian diamonds (.12ct total weight, accent stones, FG SI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter Stone: 4.8mm round\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign Details: Hand-engraved rays on shoulders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial Features: Hidden stackable profile for wedding band compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomization: Available with alternate gemstones (mined diamonds, lab diamonds, Montana sapphires), 18k gold or platinum by custom order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Corey Egan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46742790340853,"sku":"WE-COS-OEC-.43DIA-14KY-7","price":4710.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2304\/4089\/files\/WE-COS-OEC-.43DIA-14KY-7_web-2026.jpg?v=1769783599"},{"product_id":"40ct-sierra-engagement-ring-old-european-cut-diamond-with-canadian-diamond-accents-in-14k-yellow-gold","title":".40ct Sierra Engagement Ring - Old European Cut Diamond with Canadian Diamond Accents in 14k Yellow Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hand-carved Sierra ring captures celestial beauty with a stunning .40ct Old European cut diamond (E VS1) nestled in a bezel setting atop a substantial 4mm flat band. The antique diamond's romantic, soft sparkle takes center stage, while Canadian diamonds (.13ct total weight) create a brilliant constellation in star settings that gracefully taper down each side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide band feels substantial and confident. It combines the sparkle of a wedding band with the focal stone of an engagement ring in one comfortable, everyday piece. It's vintage charm meets one-and-done convenience, perfect for someone who wants all their sparkle in a single, timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 14k Yellow Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGem Info: \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld European cut diamond (.40ct, 4.5mm, E VS1, antique cut)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gia.edu\/report-check?locale=en_US\u0026amp;reportno=6224863702\"\u003eGIA Report no: \u003cspan\u003e6224863702\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanadian diamonds (.13ct total weight, accent stones, FG SI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter Stone: 4.5mm Old European cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomization: Available with alternate gemstones (Montana sapphires, lab diamonds, other mined diamonds), 18k gold or platinum by custom order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Corey Egan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46742815899893,"sku":"WE-SRA-OEC-.40DIA-14KY-7","price":5055.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2304\/4089\/files\/WE-SRA-OEC-.40DIA-14KY-7_web-2026.jpg?v=1769783547"}],"url":"https:\/\/coreyegan.com\/collections\/antique-diamonds.oembed","provider":"Corey Egan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}