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Changes - Victorian 10K Rose Gold Natural 'Color Change' Chrysoberyl Ring. This exquisite ring is crafted from 10K rose gold. hallmarked 10K. Featuring a natural oval cut faceted color change chrysoberyl, Victorian styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring showcases a rare beautiful chrysoberyl , which displays a gentle color change from a blueish/green to a pinkish/mauve color. The shoulders are tapered with an open-work split design, and intricate raised engraved gold, The ring has a simple polished shank, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. Color change Chrysoberyl are rare gemstones, and not often seen in todays market, which makes this ring a double rarity to have a chrysoberyl set in a Victorian era ring. Such a special piece!
Note: Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the antique value. It is recommended that this ring is insured for $1200.00 (Tax Excluded)
History: The name chrysoberyl comes from the Greek words chrysos, meaning golden, and beryllos, which refers to its beryllium content. Chrysoberyl has been a prized stone for thousands of years in Asia, as it is believed to provide the wearer with protection from the evil eye.
In daylight, a blue-green chrysoberyl must shift into an orange-red under incandescent light. Very slightly blue-greens in daylight will shift to red, and stones that appear green in daylight must shift to slightly purple red under incandescent light.
Due to its rarity, it's one of the lesser known gemstones, and many gem traders do not have it. Chrysoberyl's price will depend on its variety, as well as carat weight and clarity, among other factors. This particular example is rare, since it is a color change chrysoberyl, and from the Victorian era.
Chrysoberyl is a beryllium - aluminum oxide mineral composition. Alexandrite is from the chrysoberyl family, the cause of its color change is chromium.
Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.
Rose gold was first used in early 19th century Russia by the famed jeweler Carl Faberge in his famous Faberge Eggs, as was known as Russian Gold. Rose gold later gained popularity in the United States during the lavish and feminine 1920's, and was worn in engagement rings and fine jewelry.
Measurements: Face of the Ring 6.50 mm x 5.00 mm
Stone Size: Chrysoberyl .50 carats
Weight: 1.93 grams
Ring Size: 6 1/2
Origin: America
Date: Circa 1900