Hypnotic - Art Deco 14K White, Rose, And Yellow Gold Opal & Natural Seed Pearl Filigree Ring (ADR252)

Hypnotic - Art Deco 14K White, Rose, And Yellow Gold Opal & Natural Seed Pearl Filigree Ring. This fantastic ring is crafted from 14K white gold, rose and yellow hallmarked 14K. This wonderful ring features one oval shaped synthetic opal, 37 natural seed pearls, Art deco era styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is expertly bezel-set with a beautiful opal, displaying flashes of color in different light intensities. The opal is surrounded by beautiful lustrous seed pearls displaying a white/silvery color. The mount on this ring is comprised of a sea of white gold filigree work, and and yellow gold flowers. The shank is smooth and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This Art Deco ring is unique and oh so special... truly a wonderful addition to any jewelry collection. 

Comments: Rare example, and in very fine condition. 

Note: Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the value of antique jewelry. It is recommended that this Art Deco circa 1920 14K white gold black & white glass cameo and natural pearl ring filigree ring be insured for $2500.00 (Tax Excluded) 

History: Archaeological evidence suggests that Opal was first mined in Virgin Valley, North America, over 10,000 years ago and used in artefacts in Kenya 6 thousand years ago. Additionally history also suggests that the Aztecs were mining opal in South and Central America around the same time. 

Pearls were presented as gifts to Chinese royalty as early as 2300 BC, while in ancient Rome, pearl jewellery was considered the ultimate status symbol. So precious were the spherical gems that in the 1st century BC, Julius Caesar passed a law limiting the wearing of pearls only to the ruling classes.

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.

Although the origin of white color gold dates back to 1710, where it was discovered by two alchemists in Germany, it wasn't used widely until much later. White gold as we know it today was really popularised in the 1920s. Although it might seem strange, this luxury material came to popularity in wartime.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 24.00 mm x 22.00 mm   

Stone Size: Opal (Synthetic) 7.00 carats  Natural Seed Pearl 1.50 mm each 

Weight: 5.80 grams 

Ring Size: 5 3/4

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1920