We have similar Etruscan and Art Deco items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Etruscan" or "Deco" under our Buy-It-Now items.
Listing Description by: Cameron J.
The Piece
Markings: Unmarked, tested, and guaranteed
Main Stone: Turquoise
Main Stone Measurements/Color:
Diameter: 6.55 mm
Color: opaque light blue hue
Accent Stone: Amethyst
Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
Diameter: 3.98 mm
Color: semi-translucent purple hue
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: Cabochon
Item Measurements:
Ring face length: 0.98"
Ring face width: 0.95"
Sizable by your local jeweler: Yes
Notable Features:
Handmade in the Art Deco era in the style of Etruscan jewelry
Composed of .925 sterling silver
Features a round cabochon turquoise stone placed in the center of the ring face
Eight cabochon amethyst stones circle the turquoise stone
All stones are held in bezel settings
A twisted rope motif circles the stones
Complete with a smooth, polished band for comfortable wear
Damage: Age appropriate wear. There is tarnish on the sterling silver, giving the ring an antique quality we find to be rather lovely. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*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 specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Etruscan Revival jewelry was first popularized during the early 1800s when an Etruscan tomb was discovered just outside of Rome. Upon its discovery, jewelers worked to imitate and understand the metalworking techniques with which the jewelry was made. Not only was Etruscan jewelry a luxurious addition to the Victorian styles of the day. But it introduced new ideas and decorations. These Etruscan tombs contained jewelry adorned with long and flowing geometric lines and motifs, mythological imagery and scenery, and celestial elements. The techniques of repoussé, filigree, and granulation are all attributed to the Etruscans.
Turquoise is found all over the world and has been a popular semi-precious stone used in jewelry and art for thousands of years by many different cultures; from prehistoric times to the present. Turquoise comes in many beautiful color variations; from the popular bright solid sky-blue hues to dark blue hues with dark spiderwebbing throughout, as well as aqua, teal, and many green varieties, and even some rare white with dark spiderwebbing.
Amethysts are a semi-precious variety of quartz that are valued for their varying shades of translucent purple hues. The purple color is derived from iron and other trace element deposits. Throughout antiquity, amethysts were used in religious and royal jewelry, and were considered as valuable as rubies, emeralds, and even sapphires.
Domestic US: All items ship within one business day of receiving payment. Buyers will have 3 base shipping options to choose from, depending on the needed speed of delivery. Pricing on single and multi-purchase transactions can be seen below:
Auction Items: Base shipping + $2.00 per additional gold item & BIN items combine for Base shipping
BIN Items: Base shipping
Base Shipping:
USPS First Class: $4.90 fully insured, estimated 3-5 business days
USPS Priority Mail: $12.00 fully insured, estimated 2-3 business days
International: All packages are sent via USPS and pricing is based on buyer location. Each customer will receive a revised invoice at the close of the auction with an updated shipping rate. We will combine shipping on multiple purchases for Base shipping. We do not undervalue packages for customs, please do not ask us to do so. What you pay is what we will claim on your customs form. Please take this into consideration before placing your bid.
