18ct Gold 1940s DEAREST Diamond Emerald Amethyst Ruby Sapphire & Tourmaline Ring

This 18-carat gold ring from the 1940s features a colorless diamond in an emerald cut as its primary stone, complemented by emerald, amethyst, ruby, sapphire, and tourmaline accent stones that spell "DEAREST"—a popular acrostic design of the period. The emerald-cut diamond provides a geometric, step-faceted appearance characteristic of mid-twentieth-century jewelry aesthetics. The mixed gemstone composition represents typical vintage practice for decorative rings, combining diamonds with colored stones of varying hardness. The piece retains its original gold setting and reflects the craftsmanship standards of 1940s jewelry manufacture.