Fine 1960's 2.6 CTTW Platinum Diamond Ring, Cushion Cut

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Hello, During the next few weeks we are honored to be listing the period antiques from the " Charwyn Farm ", the former residence of Mr. C. H. Mathews, Jr., Hollow Road, South East of Conestoga Road, Charlestown Township, Chester Co. Pennsylvania, for his daughter. All antiques listed have come from that residence, t is a drawing of it in 1933, and an estate appraisal by Freeman & Co. in 1935, that will not be included. T will be sterling, historical items, engravings, furnishings, jewelry, porcelain, books and important Philadelphia journals from 1766 - 1781, and accessories. Most originate from Pennsylvania, and are 18th c., so look often as things come up, t is wonderful documentation , Thanks, and Good Luck, John & Christin. Very romantic history on this stone. In 1960, our client was given this ring in engagement at Niagra Falls. Her husband took his grandmother's diamond and had it reset in this four prong basket platinum setting. He hid it in the upper pocket of his Macintosh when they went for a ride in the mists of Niagra Falls and presented it to her in the mist. She screamed so loudly when she got the ring that many people thought she had fallen into the water and her husband spent the better part of the tour assuring everyone she was fine and trying to calm her reaction. They were married for 45 wonderful years. Our read more