Antique Vintage Deco Retro 10k Yellow Gold Santa Maria Aquamarine Ring Sz 5.5

Description

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Listing description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Auction Estimate:
,000 - ,000
Age Circa:
Retro C. 1940 - 1950
Markings:
"10k" and unidentified maker's mark ("WS" inside a geometric cartouche) on the inside of the band, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin:
Unknown
Brand:
WS
Gram Weight:
7 grams
Metal Type:
10k yellow gold
Item Weight Value:
0.00 (value all-inclusive weight)
Material:
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Main Stone:
Santa Maria aquamarine
Main Stone Measurements/Color:
Carat weight:
11.07 carats
Length:
16.02 mm
Width
: 14.03 mm
Depth:
8.08 mm
Color:
semi-translucent vivid blue hue
Accent Stone:
--
Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
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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:
Square cushion
cut
Ring Size:
5.5
Sizable by your local jeweler:
Yes
Item Measurements:
Top of ring:
0.69" length, 0.63" width
When worn:
The top of the ring rises 0.32" off the finger
Notable Features:
This ring was handmade during the Retro period in the Art Deco era. Composed of 10k yellow gold, the ring features a stunning, huge Santa Maria aquamarine.
The use of such a colorful, valuable stone in this ring is an
excellent example
of the
Hollywood Regency style, which rose to popularity during the Retro period. Reflecting their large, memorable personalities, Hollywood celebrities and socialites during this time would adorn themselves with glamorous jewelry, usually featuring valuable, attention-grabbing stones. This ring was made in the style of Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and Tiffany designs that were influencing the Hollywood Regency style, making the viewer think of the likes of Ava Gardner and Katherine Hepburn.
The Santa Maria aquamarine measures an impressive 11.07 carats and displays the vivid blue hue so prized in this variety of aquamarine. A semi-translucent quality allows light to filter through their bodies and illuminate their color while reflecting off its square cushion cut facets with eye-catching sparkle and shimmer. This stone rests securely in a yellow gold multi-prong basket setting, the vibrancy of the gold a lovely contrast to the cool blue of the Santa Maria aquamarine.
In classic Hollywood Regency style, the basket setting raises the top of the stone nearly one-third of an inch off the finger when the ring is worn, adding to the ring's grad appearance. Completing the ring is a 10k yellow gold ring which is polished for comfortable wear. A
classic example of Hollywood Regency jewelry from the Retro period, 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. There is minor facet wear to the face of the stone, but this is not immediately noticeable when worn and does not affect wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
Retro jewelry refers to pieces created in the 1940s and 1950s. This was a period during which jewelry designers were largely influenced by the changes stemming from World War II. These designs reflect an infusion of futuristic vision with elements inspired by preceding periods, encompassing a variety of gemstones, shapes, and materials. Materials used commonly in Retro jewelry are gold, gold alloys, and silver as the wartime put a restriction on the use of platinum. Designs can be masculine, geometric and modern, or softer, more feminine and floral.
The Hollywood Regency style came into fashion during the 1930s, ushered along by the Golden Age of Hollywood. This style was heralded by bright, contrasting colors and modernization of the opulence of Baroque styles, featuring a deliberately frivolous extravagance that screamed glitz and glamour. “Big girls need big diamonds” was taken to heart, and the gorgeous Hollywood stars decked themselves appropriately, with blindingly glittering jewels to showcase their lives of luxury.
A stunning variety of the mineral beryl, aquamarine was named after the Latin word for seawater. Aquamarines with visible flaws are uncommon and the cost of producing synthetic aquamarine is high, therefore most aquamarine gems are natural. Light blue topaz is often mistaken for aquamarine. The large size of its crystal lattice makes many of its specimens ideal for faceting into larger sized gemstones, and thus it is seen in many opulent designs from various periods in time. Royalty commonly favored these large, precious stones. Varying in color from light blue to light green, its subtle beauty carries over well into a wide variety of jewelry styles. The value of aquamarine is often based on how limpid, or clear, it is in appearance.
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