.36 Antique Victorian Diamond Lion Cocktail Ring 14k

This Victorian ring is shaped into a lion's head, cast in 14 karat yellow gold. An old mine cut diamond sits in the lion's mouth, weighing .33 carats with a J color grade and SI1 clarity. The J color gives the stone a faint warm tint rather than a stark white flash, while the rounded facets of the old mine cut soften its light instead of throwing sharp fire. Two small diamonds serve as the lion's eyes, adding .03 carats combined for a total diamond weight of .36 carats.

This ring works well as a cocktail piece for men or women, with a design bold enough to hold its own on any hand. The lion's face carries enough detail to stand out without feeling too delicate for daily wear.