SOLD - Victorian 9ct gold Turquoise and Pearl ring

SOLD - Victorian 9ct gold Turquoise and Pearl ring



This elegant Edwardian ring showcases three beautifully graduated oval turquoise gemstones, accented by four delicate seed pearls. The stones are set in a finely carved hoop setting, adding to its antique charm.

The ring's head measures 7.5x15.4mm, and the turquoise gemstones display stunning natural colour variations, making each stone unique (see note for details).


RING SIZE: UK: P / USA: 7.75

WEIGHT: 1.6 grams

HALLMARKS: 9, 375 (denotes 9ct gold) anchor (Birmingham assay mark) O (date letter for 1913) & makers initials JWT

CONDITION: Very Good

DATE: Edwardian (1901 to 1910)

PRODUCT CODE: RG1425


Turquoise is a very porous and absorptive precious stone. When exposed to water, oils and other chemicals it soaks them up like a sponge, this can cause a variety of effects. Turquoise is a compound that includes metals such as aluminum, copper or iron. Water and oil can cause some of these metals to oxidize, or in other words rust. As a result of oxidation, the stones can change color. Blue turquoise that contains copper can change from a light blue to a dark green. The iron changes from green to darker green and aluminum from light blue to darker blues and greens.

The oils in our hands have a very similar affect as water. Over years, or even decades, of touching a turquoise stone with our fingers can lead to the stone changing colour.


 

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