Late Art Deco 14k White and Diamond Toi et Moi Dinner Ring

A beautiful testament to the elegance of the Late Art Deco period, this exceptional Toi et Moi dinner ring was crafted circa 1935, during a fascinating moment when the bold geometry of the Jazz Age began to soften into the streamlined sophistication of the emerging Moderne style. Fashioned in luminous 14k white gold, the ring reflects the era’s fascination with innovation, precision, and modern luxury. White gold had risen to prominence in the 1920s and 1930s as a fashionable alternative to platinum, offering the bright, silvery backdrop that perfectly showcased the brilliance of diamonds.

At its center, two transitional-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.40 carats embody the enduring Toi et Moi motif—French for “You and Me”—a romantic design popularized in the 19th century and cherished throughout the decades as a symbol of two lives joined together. These diamonds are complemented by nine sparkling single-cut diamond accents, creating a graceful interplay of light and symmetry characteristic of Art Deco craftsmanship.

Created during the waning years of the Great Depression, when fine jewelry increasingly balanced elegance with practicality, this ring captures the resilience and optimism of its time. Its refined lines, brilliant diamonds, and romantic symbolism make it not only a striking jewel but also a tangible piece of history, preserving the glamour, artistry, and enduring spirit of the 1930s.

• Circa 1935

• 14k white gold stamped “14k”

•  “LD” maker's mark

• 2 transitional cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.40 carat total weight, graded F-G color, SI clarity, accented by 9 single cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.20 carat total weight, graded G-I color, SI-I clarity

• Size 5 ¼, resizable

• Estimated gross weight: 5 grams

• Very good vintage condition, wear in the form of minor scratches, visible wear in miligrian engraving, wear appropriate with age