French Art Nouveau Diamond, Emerald & Grey Pearl Ring

A special, design forward French Art Nouveau ring in 18ct gold and sterling, with rose-cut and Old Mine-cut diamonds, calibre-cut emeralds, and two original grey button pearls, likely natural. From the moment the nineteenth melted into the twentieth century, this Art Nouveau jewel looks back at the storied Orientalist movement, with pointed edges that shape-shift into curls to form the channels housing the diamonds and calibre-cut emeralds, which encircle two natural pearls. The grey pearls glow against the acid-green tone of the emeralds, reminding us of arsenic gowns and malachite fireplaces. This is one of my favorite jewels in our the Art Nouveau collection. Details Era: French Art Nouveau, circa 1890, post-Orientalism Origin: French Materials: 18ct gold and sterling silver top Stones: Old Mine-cut and rose-cut diamonds, .44ct total; .30ct calibre-cut emeralds; original grey button pearls, likely natural Ring size: 7 Measurements: 30mm top to bottom Weight: 6.86g Condition: Excellent historical condition Hallmarks: 18ct eagle-head assay on band; boar assay for silver on band Shipping & Services Ships fully insured, signature required via UPS from our NYC office. Full historical certification and appraisal services available upon request with documentation and photographs. A guarantee of authenticity and insurance paperwork are available upon request for all curated items. The Curio NYC | Fine Historical Jewels | NYC + Paris