This ring is a direct result of the historical influences of the time. These mainly came from the emergence of World War II and we saw this affect the supply of white metal for jewellery, particularly platinum. Platinum was a favourite in in the Art deco period and its requisition for the war made is scarce and in a lot of places prohibited. Due to this change we saw the heavy switch to rose gold like this ring.
Not only was the supply of metal affected but so was the supply of gemstones. A lot of mines closed due to lack of workers and the trade routes being affected. This affected the supply of diamonds and alot of gemstones, pushing jewellers to use more affordable and larger gemstones over diamonds. This saw the popularity of large aquamarines and citrine's rise with smaller diamonds and rubies then used as accent stones.
Perhaps the most notable style to emerge was the 'tank style' this style took the architectural & geometric design seen in the late 1930s and the boxy yet flowing design of the war tanks as inspiration for a new style. Often open worked galleries with swirling ribbons and vilutes of gold and high open paneling were featured. Their popularity has really peak in the last few years and they are being given the spot light they deserve like this stunning example. This asymmetric design houses a striking natural aquamarine with three synthetic rubies accent gems
The gallery is pierced with a fan shaped embellishment, the shoulders taper to a flat profile shank in the quintessential tank ring style. It has been valued at $12,600 and encompasses every feature discussed above so she is a historic piece. Hallmarked 14k Crosby and tested 585 14ct. Crosby was an American company active in the 1930 & 1940s
Size M
Weight 6.37g
Dimensions
Beryl Aquamarine 1 @11.85 x 10.22 x 5.75mm
Approx 4.70ct Octagonal Step Pale Blue
Synthetic Corundum - Ruby x 3 @ 2.49mm each
0.27ct (approx)Vivid Pinkish Red
Sits 7mm off the finger
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