Nadine Krakov
Collection
Fine Jewelry, Arts
& Antiques
9454 Wilshire Blvd. Ste M20
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
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Horovitz Alexandrie 18 karat Gold Turquoise Diamond Ruby Retro Ring
An
exuberant turquoise ring with diamond and ruby; signed by Horovitz.
The head of
the ring is crafted of turquoise cabochons mounted in a spiral pattern. The
center of the spiral is a “crater” encrusted with Old European cut diamond,
single cut diamonds and framed with tiny gold beads. There is a bigger diamond
staged to the right side of the “crater”. Round cut rubies are bezel set
between the turquoise cabochons, repeating the spiral pattern. The shank of the
ring is accented with rubies as well. This vintage turquoise ring is a
spectacular conversational piece. Despite carrying a big diamond, the ring is
fun and edgy. Wear it as a cocktail ring or as your daily piece that reflects
your personality.
Made of 18 karat yellow and white gold, turquoise, diamonds
and rubies, the Retro ring features an approximately 1.05-carat transitional
Old European cut diamond (H color, SI1 clarity) accented with single cut
diamonds (G-I color, VS clarity). Diamond total weight is approximately 5.74
carats. The diamonds are set in white gold which accentuates their whiteness.
The rubies are round faceted, total weight approximately 2.39 carats.
The
vintage ring is size 6.25; can be re-sized.
The ring top is 1 inch (2.5
centimeters) in diameter.
The ring weighs 16.7 grams.
The Retro ring is stamped with
Horovitz Alexandrie maker's marks.
In
great condition; wear consistent with age and use (please see pictures for
details).
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About us:
The Nadine Krakov
Collection is a mature business that has been serving Beverly Hills and Los
Angeles antique and estate jewelry needs for over 20 years. Our
first store opened in October 1997 and we are currently located in Beverly
Hills, California.
About
Horovitz Jewelry:
The history of Horovitz jewelry is rooted in the beginning of
the 20th century in Alexandria. At that time, one of the leading jewelry
dealers in Egypt was Wolf Horovitz (1883-1959). Originally Romanian, Horovitz
based his business Bijouterie Horovitz in Alexandria. His élite jewelry
clientele included the Royal courts of King Fouad I and King Farouk I. Horovitz
earned his reputation as a prominent jeweler by dealing with the most important
houses in Paris.
His son, Theodore Horovitz, started his career as a jewelry
maker at the age of 17. He was working in his father’s shop. Eventually
Theodore opened his own atelier and ended up creating jewels for Alexandria’s
nobility and making a crown for the Queen. After the overthrow of King Farouk
in 1952, Horovitz moved to Geneva. There he became one of the finest jewelers
in the city: the colleagues called him “a legendary godfather to Geneva’s
gem-dealing community”.
Today Horovitz jewelry is a rare find and the House
pieces are sought-after by the jewelry experts.
About Turquoise Jewelry:
Turquoise, with its vibrant blue-green hues, has been a cherished gemstone for
centuries. In vintage jewelry design, turquoise holds a special place. The name
“turquoise” came from the French pierre tourques and translates as a “Turkish
stone.” The mineral was first transported to the west through Turkey from mines
in the historical Khorasan province of Iran (Persia) and Afghanistan.
Pre-Columbian Native Americans mined the stone throughout nowadays. In all
these cultures turquoise was considered as a protective stone for warriors and
symbolized the connection to heaven.
In the 17th century wearing turquoise
jewelry was a must for a well-dressed gentleman. The stone was popular to the
point when all the emeralds in the crown that Napoleon I gave Empress Marie
Louise were replaced with Persian turquoise cabochons. Today Persian turquoise
is beloved by jewelry aficionados for its warm, calming color. It may vary from
sky-blue to green. As to the dark veins, it depends on your preferences and a
certain piece. Some jewelry collectors prefer turquoise with a web pattern of
matrix as it adds character to a piece.
The versatility of turquoise allows it
to be used into various designs. Smooth cabochon cut turquoise is a common
choice for vintage jewelry. Beadwork is also a popular technique that showcases
turquoise's unique color. Turquoise is often associated with the American
Southwest, where Native American artisans have been using the stone for
centuries. Vintage turquoise jewelry, influenced by Native American
craftsmanship, often features silverwork, geometric patterns, and symbolic
motifs.