Art Deco Mixed-Cut Diamond Openwork Panel Ring portrait ring suggests that it's a way

suggests that it's a way to conserve energy - studies on cadavers have shown that the one-legged pose can be held without any muscle activity

and crafted in 18 karat yellow gold throughout with clear English hallmarks dating it precisely to the year 1918

tests as 9k gold and silver (Selene is silver plated brass)

a perfect combination

Art Deco Mixed-Cut Diamond Openwork Panel Ring portrait ring suggests that it's a wayDATE: Art Deco, c. 1920 This stunning antique panel ring is a masterclass in openwork and millegrain detail. It dates from the Art Deco period, circa 1920 and features a central 0. 52ct transitional cut diamond with two diamonds at either side. Surrounding, there are four carre cut diamonds that spread from the stone, with two further stones that accent the shoulders (0. 72ct total). The head is modelled as a diamond halo featuring fine millegrain