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Listing Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Markings: "925" and "SU China" on the inside of the band, tested, and guaranteed
Main Stone: Cubic zirconia
Main Stone Measurements/Color: - Diameter: 2.5 mm
- Length: 8 mm
- Width: 6 mm
- Color: translucent, colorless hue
Accent Stone: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color: --
Stone Treatment: Cubic zirconia is a manufactured stone. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts: Round brilliant and oval faceted
Item Measurements: - Ring face length: 0.52"
- Ring face width: 0.45"
Sizable by your local jeweler: Yes
Notable Features:
- Handmade in the style of the Art Deco era
- Composed of .925 sterling silver
- Features a sparkling, oval cut cubic zirconia, framed by a halo of round, smaller stones
- Created in the style of an engagement ring, the band's shoulders showcase openwork heart motifs
Damage: Age appropriate wear. There is minor tarnish on the sterling silver, giving the ring an antique quality we find to be rather lovely. Tarnish can be removed or lessened with a buffing. 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.
Discovered in 1892, Cubic zirconia (CZ) is the cubic crystalline form of zirconium oxide. It wasn’t until the 1930’s that scientist discovered how to melt and create a refractory substance that CZ was crafted into diamond-simulating stones for jewelry. The synthesized material is hard, optically flawless, usually colorless, and much less expensive than a natural diamond, which makes it a great alternative in rings, bracelets and other types of jewelry.