Drama Queen - Art Deco 14K White Gold Black & White Molded Glass Cameo, Natural Seed Pearl Filigree Ring (ADR251)

Drama Queen - Art Deco 14K White Gold Black & White Molded Glass Cameo, Natural Seed Pearl Filigree Ring. This fantastic ring is crafted from 14K white gold, hallmarked 14K. This wonderful ring features one oval shaped glass molded cameo, 45 natural seed pearls, Art deco era styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is expertly bezel-set with a beautiful black and white molded glass cameo, made to resemble an agate. The cameo is made in the form of an elegant Art Deco lady, which showcases her 1920s hairstyle and flapper hair-piece. She looks to be wearing an elegant coat, and is most likely on her way to an elegant soiree. The dramatic black & white cameo is surrounded by beautiful lustrous seed pearls displaying a white/silvery color. The mount on this ring is comprised of a sea of filigree work, and black glass gemstones, which are set on the sides of the gallery, resembling beautiful black onyx. 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) 

The ancient Sumerians created the first cameos, often used as seals. The ancient Greeks also used cameos as currency, and many of these pieces have been found in archaeological excavations. Cameos continued to be popular during the Roman Empire and were often used as signet 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.

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 22.50 mm x 17.50 mm 

Stone Size: Cameo (Glass) 18.50 mm x 13.50 mm   Natural Seed Pearl 1.00 mm each 

Weight: 6.10 grams 

Ring Size: 6 1/4

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1920