Here is a real statement ring that will always be admired - a lovely smoky quartz and pearl Retro era ring from the 1940's.
Retro jewellery of this era has become so popular and sought after in recent years, thanks in part to the large bold designs that look amazing whether it be a ring, brooch or even a watch.
This Retro ring is made in 14ct gold and is set with a 3 carat smoky quartz that has such a wonderful tone and hue to it. Sparkling in the day or night, it is surrounded by twenty seed pearls to highlight the design and adds an elegant charm and quality to the ring. Measuring 16.3mm in diameter, this ring will always be admired whenever or where ever it is worn.
And then from the sides the detail that went into making this ring is just wonderful and showcases the quality and attention to detail that went into making this ring and shows why Retro jewellery is definitely back in fashion today.
No matter the time of day or night, this Retro era ring is certainly going to be noticed and admired.
Stock# ES7715
Circa: 1940
$Sold.
Out of stock
A brief history on Retro jewellery.
Retro describes jewellery produced between the later part of the 1930’s to the 1940’s, and also includes World War II. The styles and designs of the Art Deco jewellery still influenced designers in this era.
The retro movement was can be considered to be started by the head of Christie’s jewellery department, Francois Curiel. He named the era for customers who requested jewellery with the Retro look. His realization of this era brought great popularity and prestige to retro jewellery, resulting in the increase in value and price to these designs. Retro jewellery can be easily characterised by large chunky somewhat over the top designs in not only brooches and bracelets but also rings. The use of rose gold was also quite common even in 18ct.
Large gem set brooches with a combination of such stones such as rubies and diamonds in a floral motif where not uncommon.
