{"product_id":"georgian-toi-et-moi-old-mine-diamond-engagement-ring","title":"Georgian Toi et Moi Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eOften considered the most romantic jewel of all time, toi et moi rings have a rich, amorous history dating back centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench for \"you and me,\" these beautiful rings feature two gemstones, often identical in size, positioned side by side or close to each other to symbolize two souls becoming one or the twinning of two hearts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA popular style of engagement ring in the 19th and early 20th centuries, the toi et moi ring was first propelled into the spotlight in 1796 when French revolutionary soldier Napoleon Bonaparte proposed to Joséphine de Beauharnais, a union Napoleon's family were fiercely against.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking ring is a little different from our traditional toi et moi pieces because we believe this one started out as a different kind of ring: earrings! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in silver and encrusted with 22 dazzling collet set old mine diamonds, the centerpiece of this ring predates the shank by almost 100 years! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHailing from the early 1800s, these exquisite little flowers were most likely pillaged from a pair of earrings and transformed in the early 20th century into this lovely 14k engagement ring for a very special someone!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach diamond is cut by hand giving them a distinctive warmth and added romance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, you don't have to be popping the question to give your betrothed a toi et moi ring. It can also be presented as an anniversary gift, a promise ring or simply as a token of affection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__group\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"accordion__label\" href=\"#\"\u003e Additional Details \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate: \u003c\/strong\u003e1820s, early 20th century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials: \u003c\/strong\u003eSilver, 14k gold, old mine diamonds \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e6.75 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 585 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__text\"\u003eNo flaws to note. However, it looks like someone added some glue to the back of the collet setting at some point. Does not impede the sparkle of the stones. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__group\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"accordion__label\" href=\"#\"\u003e Cleaning and Care \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__text\"\u003eClean gently with warm soap and water and a soft bristled brush. Lightly polish with a jewelry polishing cloth, if needed. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Veiled Mirror","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46967524720829,"sku":null,"price":4200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/8304\/7101\/files\/ToiEtMoiRing.jpg?v=1782058433","url":"https:\/\/theveiledmirror.com\/products\/georgian-toi-et-moi-old-mine-diamond-engagement-ring","provider":"The Veiled Mirror","version":"1.0","type":"link"}