18kt Yellow Gold/Platinum Antique Ring. Unsigned, with an octagon shaped top, circa 1915. The double octagon shaped frame is bead set with a total of 38 old European cut diamonds. They have an approximate total weight of 1.20 cts and average SI 1-2 clarity. The center is bead set with a transition cut diamond that measures: approximate mounted weight - 1.32 cts., average mounted diameter - 7.0 mm, mounted depth - 4.30 mm, table - 3.6 mm, girdle - not visible due to setting, culet - large (slightly large), general cut and finish - very good, mounted clarity - VVS-1, estimated mounted color - K-L (no fluorescence). A transition cut diamond displays both round brilliant cut and some old European cut characteristics. The ring weighs 5.44 grams. The top platinum setting is in very good condition. The ring shank and gallery require repair (minor separation). Mrs. Magdalene Lydia Spear, 1920’s; By succession to her son Mr. Dexter Spear French, 1951; By succession to his wife Mrs. Donna Gould, 1994. Online bidding available: https://live.cottoneauctions.com/