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Rare FLORAL Victorian Old Cut CITRINE Amethyst 14k Rose GOLD Ring Antique Daisy
$ 466.75
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Description
Selling a collection of antique turn of the century rings. Many more coming soon - thanks for stopping by! : )ABOUT:
Beautiful and very unique ring in 14k rosy gold with floral gemstone cluster of 8 old cut bezel set citrines (their flat culets are visible under magnification) surrounding an oval natural amethyst. The ornate details continue to the wide reticulated swirling shoulders which are each set with an additional natural amethyst, one on each side. Really wonderful piece with the contrasting purple and yellow. And with all the gemstones it really sparkles and catches the light in an interesting way with the complementary colors.
This is an antique piece from the Victorian, possibly Georgian era that I acquired in Europe from the 1800s. It has the Dutch boar's head duty mark on the outside back of the band that was used from 1831 to 1893 which helps us narrow down the piece to that date range. The gold hallmarks have worn but the dealer I purchased it from told me it was 14k and it tested as such for me as well.
Antique box not included, will come in a new ring box.
SIZE & MEASUREMENTS:
Size 6.25. The center amethyst is about 7mm by 5mm in diameter. Each citrine is about 4mm in diameter
IMPORTANT CONDITION NOTES:
All my pieces are pre-owned and in estate condition, especially considering age of 140 years. This piece was used and enjoyed by its previous owner. There are scuffs to the facet edges of the gemstones, more noticeable on the amethyst because its raised in the center and on the shoulders which gives them a more matte finish. The center amethyst moves slightly where you can hear a tiny click when you tap on it, but all the stones are secure. The shank is a double band that is soldered at one spot on the back of the band, perhaps there was a sizing? Surface wear to the gold band but still perfectly shaped.
It presents nicely but due to age - please note this is not a mint condition item.
Like all antique jewelry, please handle these rings with care. I don't see any issues, but I just always recommend special occasion and gentle wear on these very old pieces.
Very sweet piece from a very special era. I enjoy making my customers happy and matching unique pieces with new homes. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions! It means a lot to me that you are visiting my store! : )
Thanks so much for looking at my items!