Old European & Antique Cuts
Pre-1960s old European, old mine, and antique cut diamonds for period and estate work.
Antique cuts are their own market, valued for character rather than modern light-return metrics. This lane covers old European, old mine, and other pre-1960s makes sourced through estate purchases and reserved for buyers who work in period and vintage-inspired jewelry.
What this category is
A small, changing selection of genuinely antique cut diamonds — high crowns, small tables, open culets, and hand-faceted asymmetry — set aside for jewelers and collectors building period pieces or vintage-style new work.
Typical weekly profile
- Old European cuts sourced through estate purchases, disclosed as antique rather than modern recuts
- Old mine and cushion-shaped antique cuts in limited, rotating availability
- Occasional larger antique stones held for private review given their rarity
Trade pricing
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Total carat weight
Spec ranges
What we typically carry
Typical sizes
Availability varies by estate intake; most pieces run from bridal sizes up through 2.00ct, with larger stones surfacing occasionally.
Color & clarity
Graded as found — antique stones are presented with honest disclosure of color, clarity, and any period-consistent inclusions or wear.
Authenticity
Each stone is reviewed for genuine period cutting characteristics rather than a modern cut styled to look antique.
Certification policy
- Where GIA or equivalent paperwork exists it is disclosed; uncertified antique stones are stated plainly rather than implied to be graded.
- Any recutting, repolishing, or restoration history is disclosed when known.
- Natural origin is standard for this category and confirmed before sale.
Memo terms
- Because availability is limited and rotating, memo windows are typically shorter than standard inventory.
- Hold periods and viewing terms are agreed in writing given the one-off nature of most pieces.
- Local buyers are encouraged to request a private viewing appointment for antique stones.
- Return terms are confirmed at the point of memo given condition-sensitive handling.
Who this is for
Private release
Request this week's antique cut availability
Tell us the sizes and cut styles you are sourcing for, and we will let you know what is currently available from recent estate intake.