Lady In Red - Vintage European 14K Gold Synthetic Ruby Ring (VR918)

Lady In Red - Vintage European 14K Gold Synthetic Ruby Ring. This captivating ring is crafted from 14K yellow gold, hallmarked 583 (European, Polish hallmark for 14K) and a polish makers mark. The ring features one oval cut faceted Ruby(Synthetic), vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is expertly bezel set with a beautiful intense red ruby, displaying reddish/pinkish hues. The gallery showcases a wonderful elegant oval shape, and a delicate decorated bezel. The shoulders of the  ring exhibit a simple yet deeply engraved double grooved design, which leads down to a polished and smooth shank. The ring is comfortable to wear, and can be sized easily. This vintage ring looks stunning when worn, and artistically is made beautifully,  showcasing its elegant oval form and mesmerizing vibrant ruby. 

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

In 1837, Gaudin made the first synthetic rubies by fusing potash alum at a high temperature with a little chromium as a pigment. In 1847, Ebelmen made white sapphire by fusing alumina in boric acid. In 1877, Edmond Frémy and industrial glass-maker Charles Feil made crystal corundum from which small stones could be cut.

In 1890, synthetic rubies, apparently from another source, began to appear on the market. They, too, were called reconstructed at the time. These were supposedly the product of a Swiss engineer or chemist named Michaud who claimed to be making them from small chips of genuine rubies.

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.

The Art Deco period encompasses the 1920s and 1930s. The style began to emerge around 1915, just after WW1 when there was a huge amount of optimism in the air. The dates for Art Deco jewelry also extend from 1960s when there was an Art Deco revival which has continued until the present day.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 25.00 mm x 15.50 mm 

Stone Size: Ruby (Synthetic) 9.40 carats 

Weight: 5.79 grams 

Ring Size: 6 

Condition: Excellent   

Origin: Poland 

Date: Circa 1940