Sophie’s love of antique jewellery infuses every aspect of this diamond pendant, from its Georgian-inspired setting to the signature SB heavy belcher chain in 18 KARAT
18 KARATA measurement of the purity of gold alloyed with other metals, 18K gold is composed of 75% pure gold and 25% alloy.
yellow gold. The 1.81 CARAT
CARAT
A unit of weight that is used to measure the physical weight of diamonds and gemstones, one carat equals 0.200 grams or 1/5 gram and is subdivided into 100 points. The term carat is believed to derive from the carob tree, whose seeds weigh approximately 0.20 grams. To determine the approximate weight of a diamond, ancient jewellers would use carob seeds placed on balance scales. While this archaic method has been replaced with high-precision electronic weighing machines, the terminology has endured.
natural pear-shape DIAMOND
DIAMOND
A precious mineral composed of pure carbon that formed deep within our planet millions of years ago, diamond is the hardest naturally occurring substance on earth. The birthstone for April, the word diamond derives from the Ancient Greek word ‘Adamas’, which means ‘unbreakable’. The most precious and enduring of all gemstones, diamond engagement rings are popular throughout the world as symbols of commitment and everlasting love.
, graded D colour and SI1 clarity, is held in PLATINUM
PLATINUM
A lustrous silvery-white precious metal, platinum is brighter and harder than white gold, making it a popular choice for engagement rings.
, with the cool white of the metal contrasting beautifully with the warmth of the gold. Inspired by an 18th-century technique, the GEORGIAN CUT-DOWN SETTING
GEORGIAN CUT-DOWN SETTING
A distinctive diamond setting style that dates back to the 18th century, the Georgian cut-down setting combines a bezel setting, with metal around the edge of the diamond to secure it in place, with claws that are purely decorative. features a finely scalloped platinum corolla, from which tiny claws rise to embrace the diamond.
Beautifully handcrafted in our London workshop.
