Antique Art Deco Diamond Flower Ring

What you're actually getting

This is not a ring Aurate made. It's a ring Aurate found — sourced and vetted alongside Louis Martin Jewelers, a New York institution since 1978. That distinction matters. What you're buying is a genuine antique Art Deco piece, meaning it was made somewhere in the 1910s–1930s when flower and filigree motifs were the language of fine jewelry. The 14k yellow gold is period-correct: white gold and platinum dominated the era, but yellow gold pieces exist and they carry a warmth that reads differently than modern yellow gold casting.

The diamond flower setting is the whole story here. Art Deco jewelry is defined by geometric precision — petals and prongs set with mathematical intentionality, not the loose organic curves of Victorian pieces before it. When it's done right, it photographs like a period drama prop and wears like nothing else in a modern jewelry wardrobe.

The Aurate + Louis Martin partnership

Aurate is primarily a direct-to-consumer fine jewelry brand known for its clean modern pieces. This vintage line is a departure — they're acting as a curator and retailer, not a manufacturer. Louis Martin handles authentication, which is the part that actually matters when you're spending four figures on a preowned diamond ring. Louis Martin Watch Department has been on West 47th Street since 1978; they know what a real Art Deco setting looks like and what hallmarks should be present. That authentication backstop is what separates this from an eBay gamble.

The honest case for $998

A comparable Art Deco diamond flower ring in 14k yellow gold — if you could find one in equivalent condition from a reputable estate dealer — would typically run $800–$1,500 depending on the diamond quality and setting complexity. At $998, this sits in the right zone. You're not getting a bargain, but you're not being gouged. The price reflects a sourced, authenticated, one-of-a-kind piece with a retailer standing behind it.

For context on what "signs of wear" means in practice: on antique rings, this usually shows up as slight prong softening, minor surface scratches on the band, or gentle patina on the gold. Diamonds themselves are too hard to show wear. The flower motif's fine details may have some softness from decades of gentle contact. A local jeweler can re-tip prongs and polish the band for $50–$150 if you want it sharper — but many collectors prefer to leave the patina.

The size problem

This ships as a size 6 and that is the only size available. It's a vintage one-of-a-kind piece — there's no "order it in your size." Most jewelers can resize a simple yellow gold band ±1.5 sizes without risk. Art Deco settings with complex filigree or pave work across the band are trickier: resizing can distort the pattern or stress old prongs. Before purchasing, confirm with a local jeweler whether resizing is feasible for your target size.

Final sale, no Aurate warranty

This is the thing to read before clicking buy. Aurate's own lifetime warranty — which covers their made-to-order pieces — does not apply here. Warranty service for this ring runs through Louis Martin's Watch Department directly (212-245-5566). There are no returns. This is a committed purchase. That's standard for estate and vintage jewelry, but if you're used to the comfort of free returns and manufacturer warranties, adjust your expectations before buying.