Star Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Ring fine antique brooch The "Mano Cornuto" is an

The "Mano Cornuto" is an Italian amulet of ancient origin

rare pieces from the Austinian period are nearly impossible

it’s a jewel that needs little else to make a statement

In the exciting year of 1850

hot green and subtle sunset orange are paired with what might be Burmese rubies — no evidence of heat treatment

Star Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Ring fine antique brooch The "Mano Cornuto" is anFew gemstones possess the presence of a star sapphire; weighing approximately 4. 11 carats this navy blue cabochon reveals the soft intersecting rays that give star sapphires their name, twinkling like a star. Offset with a halo of single cut diamonds, typical of the refined geometry of the Art Deco period. The ring is French hallmarked for 9ct gold, and was most likely produced in France for the English market, a practice not uncommon among French