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If Lockdown Love has taken a hold of your heart, then let an antique engagement ring be the first thing on your mind. Our specialists can help you sort your cuts from your carats and instill the confidence to buy an antique ring at an auction online. We have a stunning selection of possibilities from our upcoming Jewellery, Silver, Watches, Pens and Luxury Accessories auction on Monday 15 June.

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Lot 367: An 18 carat gold diamond three stone ring, set with three brilliant cut diamonds | Est. £2,000-3,000 (+fees)

Despite 2020’s wedding season having a worldwide hiatus, Lockdown Love apparently has been far from on hold, with marriage proposals reportedly on the rise, indicating that in difficult times, we rightly tend to stop, appreciate and hold even tighter onto the precious people in our lives. Yet, whether days, weeks, months or years in the planning, how do you ensure you find the ring that is not only personal enough to mark such an unforgettable moment, but is also the real deal?

Lot 374: A diamond single stone ring, the brilliant cut diamond | Est. £5,000-7,000 (+fees)

With furtive or romantic trips to the high street still far from straightforward, but with the choices online often so daunting and overwhelming, one reliable, intensely romantic and unique way to show your love is to consider the gift of an antique engagement ring. Not only is an antique ring one of the most socially responsible and sustainable ways to mark your promise, sourced from a reputable auctioneer at an online auction, there are a superb choice of highly original pieces to suit your taste and budget. All with the expert reassurance that you are investing in a gemstone that really is what it says it is.

Inline Image - Lot 327: A sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the central oval cut sapphire claw set within a surround of old cut diamonds | Est. £300-500 (+fees)

Lot 327: A sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the central oval cut sapphire claw set within a surround of old cut diamonds | Est. £300-500 (+fees)

From classic diamonds, to coloured gemstone combinations and arrangements, there is something to suit all budgets that are destined not only to dazzle and delight, but like the true love they represent, also stand the test of time.

Lot 368: A diamond three stone ring, set with three old cut diamonds | Est. £500-700 (+fees)

Inline Image - Lot 244: An early twentieth century spinel and diamond ring, circa 1920, the central circular cut spinel within a surround of old cut diamonds | Est. £250-350 (+fees)

Lot 244: An early twentieth century spinel and diamond ring, circa 1920, the central circular cut spinel within a surround of old cut diamonds | Est. £250-350 (+fees)