DIOR ROSE PRÉ CATELAN PINK CORAL, SAPPHIRE & DIAMOND RING, 2000s
DIOR ROSE PRÉ CATELAN PINK CORAL, SAPPHIRE & DIAMOND RING, 2000s
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A DREAMY ROSE BLOOM BY VICTOIRE DE CASTELLANE FOR DIOR: An exceptional cocktail ring featuring two hand-carved natural pink coral roses, approximately 0.20 carats of pink sapphires and two diamond accents set in an intricate 18k yellow gold garden. Weighing a delicious 39.50 grams, a jewel that emanates romantic fantasy.
Created during the 2000s for the maison’s Rose Dior Pré Catelan collection, the ring reflects Christian Dior’s enduring love of flowers and the rose gardens of his childhood home in Granville. In the hands of Victoire de Castellane, these inspirations become a miniature high-jewellery garden: playful, surreal and so unmistakably Dior.
Two generously proportioned coral roses bloom across an openwork arrangement of sculpted gold leaves. Each flower has been carved individually, its softly undulating petals revealing delicate shades of blush, cream and pale pink. Nestled among the foliage is a stylised Dior bee, one of the House’s cherished emblems, pavé-set with round-cut pink sapphires and illuminated by two brilliant-cut diamonds.
The contrast is wonderfully evocative: cool, softly luminous coral against the warmth of high-polish yellow gold, punctuated by flashes of vivid pink and white. Signed, numbered and so lovely on the hand, this is romantic jewellery with the wit, scale and collector appeal that define Victoire de Castellane’s work for Dior.
A COLLECTOR'S MUST-HAVE for three reasons. One, the two hand-carved coral roses from the garden of Dior's fine jewellery that make every angle look individual. Two, the sapphire-and-diamond bee introduces colour, symbolism and a mischievous touch of couture storytelling. And three, this dreamy floral composition also has genuine material substance.
STYLE: A show-stopping statement for special occasions. Wear it alone on the index or middle finger and pair it with soft silks, powder blue, pistachio or blush tones to extend its romantic palette. Against a minimal black dress, the pale coral appears almost illuminated. We also love it with ivory and warm gold for a richly tonal evening look.
Our Price Analysis
A VERY FAIR PRICE because Pré Catelan coral statement rings by Victoire de Castellane are genuinely collectible, rarely seen in excellent condition, and originally retailed at approximately €14,500. This example remains meaningfully below documented boutique pricing while remaining competitive in the secondary market.
• DESIGN VALUE: Rose Dior Pré Catelan is one of Dior Joaillerie’s most recognisable early 2000s creations, defined by sculptural flowers, bees and couture scale. With dimensions of 2.9cm by 3.7cm, this is a bold signature Dior statement, not a minimal jewel.
• MATERIAL VALUE: The substantial 39.50g gross weight in yellow gold provides strong intrinsic support. Large scale pink coral carving with pink sapphires adds craftsmanship and presence, reinforcing value beyond simple gemstone economics.
• SECONDARY MARKET VALUE: Comparable Pré Catelan coral rings on the secondary market have been generally pricier than this. Against the documented original retail reference of approximately €14,500, the current price reflects roughly a 25 percent discount to historic boutique level.
• COLLECTOR VALUE: Early Dior Joaillerie by Victoire de Castellane has an established collector following. Oversized coral Pré Catelan rings appear less frequently than smaller floral variants, and strong examples in excellent condition tend to move quickly due to their instantly recognisable Dior authorship.
• PRICE VALUE: In excellent condition, and given its scale and rarity, this price is very fair within today’s Dior collector market.
Details
BRAND & PERIOD: DIOR, by Victoire de Castellane, Pré Catelan collection, 2000s
MATERIALS: 18k yellow gold; two hand-carved pale pink coral (Corallium elatius) roses; round-cut pink sapphires, estimated approximately 0.20ct, pavé-set on a stylised bee; two round brilliant-cut diamonds, estimated approximately 0.04ct; sculptural openwork foliate gold mount. Gemstone weights are estimates; please contact us for confirmation.
SIZE / DIMENSIONS: length: 2.9cm, width: 3.7cm
WEIGHT: 39.50gr
CONDITION: Excellent
JWL AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE:
• Seller Profile: This item is offered by a Trusted Dealer in Italy
• Maker's marks and hallmarks on request. The ring is visibly signed Dior, numbered and stamped “750.”
• Condition: Excellent
Please note that international shipping restrictions may apply because the ring contains coral.
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