Golden Days - Art Deco 14K Yellow & Rose Gold Natural Citrine & Pearl 'Forget-Me-Knot' Filigree Ring (ADR270)

Golden Days - Art Deco 14K Yellow & Rose Gold Natural Citrine & Pearl 'Forget-Me-Knot' Filigree Ring. This special ring is crafted from 14K yellow & rose gold, hallmarked 14K. The ring features one natural rectangular cut faceted citrine, 40 natural seed pearls, Art Deco era styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is expertly bezel set with a beautiful warm golden yellow citrine, displaying orangey/brownish hues. The bezel exhibits a delicate milgrain decoration, which adds character and beauty to the piece. The citrine has a wonderful seed pearl surround, interspaced by a charming rose gold 'Forget me-knot' flower motif. The pearls are lustrous, and display a beautiful silvery/blue colour. The gallery of the ring features pretty filigree open-work. Whilst the shoulders exhibit exquisite scroll-type engravings. The shank is smooth and polished, which allows for easy sizing and a comfortable fit. This Art Deco era ring would make a wonderful gift for that special someone, or a fantastic addition to any jewelry collection. 

Note: Appraisal included with the ring. Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the value of antique jewelry. 

History: In ancient times, people believed that citrine gemstones could calm tempers, soothe anger and manifest desires, especially prosperity. To leverage these powers, Egyptians used citrine gemstones as talismans, the ancient Greeks carved iconic images into them, and Roman priests fashioned them into rings.

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.

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.

The first fossil instances of filigree were discovered by archaeologists in ancient Greece and Mesopotamia and dated over 5,000 years ago. The name filigree comes from the latin words “filum” meaning thread and “granum” meaning grain, describing the thin metal strips used to create filigree.

Forget-me-nots symbolize true love and respect. When you give someone these tiny blooms, it represents a promise that you will always remember them and will keep them in your thoughts. They are also considered a symbol of fidelity and faithfulness.

Measurements: Face of the Ring  22.00 mm x 14.50 mm 

Stone Size: Citrine 9.40 carats   Clarity VS      Seed Pearls 2.00 mm -2.25 mm each 

Weight: 8.64 grams 

Condition: Excellent       

Ring Size: 5 1/2

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1920