Antique Toi et Moi Old European-Cut Diamond Ring, c. 1910

• Material: Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold
• Origin: French
• Ring size: 54 (FR)
• Total Weight: 2.68 g

A poetic expression of love and connection, this toi et moi ring embodies the timeless symbolism of two souls united. Each old-cut diamond faces the other in perfect harmony, representing the meeting of hearts that this design has celebrated for more than a century.

The toi et moi design carries a long tradition in jewelry history, famously popularized by Napoleon Bonaparte’s engagement ring to Joséphine de Beauharnais in 1796. Its enduring appeal throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries made it a cherished symbol of romantic unity in French and European jewelry. This example, with its harmonious proportions and luminous antique diamonds, continues that legacy with grace and timeless sentiment.

Crafted around 1910, the ring beautifully combines yellow gold and platinum, typical of the Belle Époque period. The two principal old European-cut diamonds, together weighing approximately 1.30 carats, are held in elegant prong settings that rise gracefully above a band adorned with rose-cut diamonds. The contrast between the charming shimmer of the old cuts and the soft glow of the rose cuts lends the piece a romantic, antique character.

Every detail reflects the refined craftsmanship of early 20th-century French jewellers, delicate, balanced, and filled with sentiment. The toi et moi design has been worn throughout history as a symbol of enduring affection, making this ring not only a jewel of beauty but a true keepsake of emotion and artistry.