{"product_id":"retro-ruby-diamond-tank-ring","title":"Retro Ruby \u0026 Diamond Tank Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis 18k yellow gold 'Tank ring' is centered by three antique-cut diamonds, two rows of rose-cut diamonds, and two rows of square-cut synthetic rubies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTank rings as we know them today emerged in the early 20th century. The design is thought to have been inspired by the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eartillery and machinery of the time, particularly the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003etanks used in World War I and World War II. The shapes and elements of military vehicles, like the circular, often angular and sturdy features, influenced many designers, particularly during the Art Deco and Retro era. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis particular design is typical for the 1940s and early 1950s. Even though Europe was at war during this era, jewellery was still created. The combination of antique-style diamonds -likely from an old piece of jewellery- and the synthetic rubies in this ring commemorates that in this period, it was difficult to obtain gemstones, and these were therefore often either recycled or the synthetic alternative was used. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: US 7, UK N 1\/2, circumference 54 mm \u003cbr\u003eThis ring could be resized if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 8.50 grams. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge: Retro era, circa 1940s. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Hallmarked with a French import hallmark for 18k gold. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: The ring is in good vintage condition with only minor wear, consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that the antique box is for display purposes only. This shop is based in the EU. Although antiques are exempt from taxes in most countries, buyers from outside the EU might be subject to import duties. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"21stfinds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54202708558168,"sku":"DG","price":1475.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0312\/5339\/7635\/files\/IMG-6624.png?v=1738247234","url":"https:\/\/www.21stfinds.com\/products\/retro-ruby-diamond-tank-ring","provider":"21stfinds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}