ABOUT:
I love everything about this piece - the golden peachy natural imperial topaz at the center, the Art Nouveau design, the crown of thistle flowers splayed across the top, the butter glowing 18k gold. Special ring with beautiful floral design and highly sought after gemstone. The piece is accented with three half pearls and an openwork greek key pattern at the bottom.
This French antique piece is crafted in 18k gold with beautiful figural detail. Please note it was overcast here in MN when I photographed it so the color will be even more vibrant in brighter light.
French hallmarks for 18k gold.
Please note the measurements as I have small fingers and it can be difficult to determine scale from pictures. St is currently pinky ring sized. Some of my buyers "draw out" an example to get an idea of scale in person.
Antique Boxes, props, chains, mice : ) not included.
MEASUREMENTS:
Size 3 1/4 - sizing questions should be directed to your local jeweler who would be doing the work, as opinions vary when it comes to modern jewelers working on antiques.
The ring face is 18mm north south. The topaz is 7.5x5mm. The piece weighs 3.1 grams.
IMPORTANT CONDITION NOTES:
The topaz has one nick to the right side facet and some faint surface abrasions to the other facet but overall a nice sheen and polish. The stone has natural frosty inclusions that can catch the light in the upper right hand corner. One of the pearls has a crazing line but this is seen more under magnification.
Please note that all my pieces are pre-owned and in estate condition. They will have patina, surface wear, a few small nicks. These pieces may also have evidence of a sizing, some build up around the stones and / or inclusions seen under magnification, typical for antique pieces. I have mentioned any noticeable issues above and they are all still wearable and eager to be loved and accepted for many years to come, (the preservation of antique jewelry, even those with signs of their age and history, is important to me. : )
But - Please note due to age, this piece is not in mint condition. Pictures also serve as part of the description and condition report so please utilize the zoom feature which will magnify any wear significantly more than what is visible to the eye while wearing : )
Striking to wear with the figural shape.
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SOCIAL:
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