Mid-Century 14k Yellow Gold and Rock Crystal Cocktail Ring - Clover Collective Antiques

Mid-Century 14k Yellow Gold and Rock Crystal Cocktail Ring

$1,200.00 USD
Sale price  $1,200.00 USD Regular price 
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Mid-Century 14k Yellow Gold and Rock Crystal Cocktail Ring - Clover Collective Antiques

Mid-Century 14k Yellow Gold and Rock Crystal Cocktail Ring

$1,200.00 USD
Sale price  $1,200.00 USD Regular price 

A striking Mid-Century circa 1950 14k yellow gold cocktail ring, this sculptural jewel captures the refined optimism and bold geometry of postwar jewelry design. At its center, luminous rock crystal offers a glass-like clarity and cool, crystalline presence against the rich warmth of yellow gold.

Rock crystal has been admired since antiquity, valued not only for its beauty but also for its association with clarity, light, and protection. Its transparent, almost ethereal quality made it a compelling material for jewelers seeking a modern alternative to more traditional gemstones.

The 1950s marked a celebrated period in jewelry history, when designers embraced bold silhouettes, polished surfaces, and architectural forms while retaining the glamour and craftsmanship of fine jewelry. Cocktail rings of the era were designed to make an impression, celebrating individuality and the renewed sense of elegance that accompanied the postwar years.

With its luminous crystal and sculptural gold setting, this ring is an elegant example of Mid-Century jewelry at its most sophisticated, a timeless statement with the unmistakable character of its era.

• Circa 1950

• Unmarked, tests 14k yellow gold

• 1 round rock crystal, weighing approximately 7 carats

• Size 5, resizable 

• Estimated gross weight: 3.8 grams

• Good vintage condition, wear in the form of minor scratches; visible patina, wear on gemstone girdle, and wear appropriate with age. 

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