Flowers & Foliage - Estate Victorian Art Nouveau Revival Sterling Silver Natural Black Agate Open-Work Ring (ER450)

Flowers & Foliage - Estate Victorian Art Nouveau Revival Sterling Silver Natural Black Agate Open-Work Ring (ER450)

$395.00

Flowers & Foliage - Estate Victorian Art Nouveau Revival Sterling Silver Natural Black Agate Open-Work Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925 for sterling silver. The ring features one natural black agate cabochon oval cut faceted gemstone, Victorian Art Nouveau Revival styling, and quality craftsmanship. This gorgeous ring is expertly claw-set with a beautiful black agate gemstone. The shoulders and gallery display beautiful open-work of flowers and foliage, which leads down to a polished and smooth shank. This allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This pretty estate ring is in the Victorian Art Nouveau Revival style... truly a perfect gift or addition to any jewelry collection.

History: The agate stone has a long history of being associated with protective powers across many cultures including Ancient Greeks and Romans, Persian, Chinese and Indian. Throughout history, the stone has not only been used in amulets and jewellery, but also in carved cameos.

Silver was discovered after gold and copper about 4000 bce, when it was used in jewelry and as a medium of exchange. The earliest known workings of significant size were those of the pre-Hittites of Cappadocia in eastern Anatolia.

Sterling silver was first used in the 12th century in Germany, where the concept of using an alloy to make silver more durable originated. It was later introduced in England in the 13th century, where it became the standard for silver objects..

Measurements: Face of the Ring 14.50 mm x 14.00 mm

Stone Size: Opal 3.25 carats

Weight: 4.00 grams

Ring Size: 8

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America

Date: 21st Century