Antique Vintage Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Salmon Coral Foliate Band Ring Sz 8.25

Description

We have similar Art Deco and Coral items, which would pair nicely with this piece, up for auction this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Deco" or "Coral" under our auction items.
Item Description by: Dayna M.
The Piece
Auction Estimate:
,000 - ,000
Age Circa:
Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940
Markings:
"14k" and pictorial markers mark on the inside of the band, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin:
Unknown
Brand:
Unknown
Gram Weight:
3.7 grams
Metal Type:
14k yellow gold
Item Weight Value:
5.00 (value all-inclusive weight)
Material:
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Main Stone:
Salmon coral
Main Stone Measurements/Color:
Length:
10.02 mm
Width:
8.12 mm
Depth:
4.98 mm
Color:
opaque bright salmon pink hue
Accent Stone:
--
Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
--
Stone Treatment:
The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts:
Carved and polished cabochon
Ring Size:
8.25
Sizable by your local jeweler:
Yes
Item Measurements:
Top of ring:
0.56" long, 0.75" wide
When worn:
The ring rises 0.29" off the finger when worn
Notable Features:
The ring was handmade during the Art Deco era. Composed of 14k yellow gold, the ring features a beautiful salmon coral stone and a foliate design. The flawless carving of the stones is a stunning example of the expertise of Chinese stone cutters, who were revered for their meticulous and detailed work with a variety of stones, especially coral. Since the Victorian era, wealthy Europeans had been custom ordering jewelry from China as Chinese jewelers were considered some of the best in the world. However, the process of ordering, making, and receiving a Chinese export piece could take months at a time, so pieces like this ring were costly and highly desirable.
There is one salmon coral stone in the ring, showcasing a bright salmon-pink hue. The coral was carved by hand into an oval-shaped cabochon, which beautifully displays its color. Resting securely in a yellow gold four-pronged setting, the coral with its bright salmon-pink hue contrasts beautifully with the vibrant hue of the yellow gold.
The band of the ring is composed entirely out of 14k yellow gold and has beautiful foliate cut-out designs. The band is smooth and polished for comfortable and secure wear. A classic example of Chinese export jewelry from the Art Deco era, this ring would make a valuable addition to any antique jewelry collection. Don't miss your chance to preserve this piece of cultural history.
Damage:
Age appropriate wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specifically cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Chinese export jewelry became popular during the late Victorian period and persisted until the 1960s. During this period, Chinese craftsmen were considered by far the best in the world. The rich and wealthy would custom-order a piece through their local jeweler, who would send the design off to China to be made and sent back to Europe. This lengthy process was very expensive, making Chinese export pieces highly desirable, then and now.
Chinese stone cutters were considered some of the finest artisans in the world. They would spend years learning to hand-carve many different types of stones and excelled in creating finely detailed pieces other artisans couldn’t even hope to compare to. Their skill was so refined that they could even carve delicate stones like coral and jade. Chinese stone cutters were so talented that Victorian era European socialites would commission pieces from them, preferring the hefty price tag that came with such high-quality work to the ready availability of Western stonework.
Salmon coral is harvested almost exclusively in the Mediterranean off the coasts of Italy, France, Spain, Algeria, and Tunisia. Salmon coral has widely been valued as the rarest and most beautiful of all coral types. During the Victorian era only the richest of the rich could afford to have this form of coral harvested and imported into Europe and North America.
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