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Antique Vintage Art Deco Mid Century 18k Gold Diamond Lapis Lazuli Ring Sz 6.25
$ 112.03
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Description
Antique Vintage Art Deco Mid Century 18k Gold Diamond Lapis Lazuli Ring Sz 6.25.Age Circa: Mid Century C. 1935 - 1965
Markings: "750 ☆ 254 NA" on the inside of the band, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin: Italy
Brand: Unknown
Gram Weight: 7.6 grams
Metal Type: 18k yellow gold
Item Weight Value: 0.00 (value all-inclusive weight)
Material: --
Main Stone: Round cut diamond
Main Stone Measurements/Color:
* Carat weight: 0.36 carats
* Diameter: 1.5 mm
* Color: translucent and eye-clean
* Antique diamond measurements do not correspond to modern diamond carat weight estimation guides, as the stones were hand-cleaved and less uniform
Accent Stone: Lapis lazuli
Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
* Carat weight: 5.48 carats
* Length: 7.2 mm
* Width: 12.6 mm
* Depth: 4 mm
* Color: opaque blue hue with gold speckling
Stone Treatment: The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts: Round cut diamonds, polished cabochon lapis lazuli
Ring Size: 6.25
Sizable by your local jeweler: Yes
Item Measurements:
* Face of ring: 0.30" long, 0.45" wide
Notable Features: This ring was handmade during the Mid Century era. Composed of 18k yellow gold, the ring features sunning white and blue diamonds. This ring is an excellent example of the styles of jewelry that were popular during the Mid Century era. Jewelers began to experiment with unique and unusual stones, incorporating them into new bold designs, as well as designs based on popular fashion from the past. This ring, with its eye-catching diamonds and colorful lapis lazuli stones, is a brilliant example of the sense of fashion that influenced jewelers during this time period.
The face of the ring features twelve, each of which is colorless and translucent, their round cuts providing eye-catching sparkle and shimmer as light reflects off their facets from different angles. To keep the stones secure, they rest in yellow gold prong settings, the vibrancy of the gold a lovely contrast to the colorless stones. Adorning either shoulder of the ring is a large lapis lazuli stone which is blue in hue with intense gold speckling. Yellow gold bezel settings keep the lapis lazuli stones secure.
The shoulders taper into a smooth, polished yellow gold band for a comfortable fit when worn. The generous use of 18k yellow gold gives the ring an impressive item weight value of 0. A glamorous example of jewelry from the Mid Century era, this ring would make a valuable addition to any antique jewelry collection. Don't miss your chance to preserve this piece of cultural history.
Damage: Age appropriate wear.