14 ct gold ring with bezel-set oval citrine
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Remarkable ring from the mid-20th century, circa 1950-1970, centered with an oval-cut citrine of approximately 3.40 ct, in a warm golden honey hue. Crafted in 14 ct gold, its generous bezel-style setting is framed by sculptural scrolls and a finely textured border. Darkened recessed details accentuate every curve, giving this characterful ring beautiful depth and a decidedly vintage style.
- Citrine: approximately 3.40 ct
- Material: 14 ct gold
- Ring size: 51.25 (FR)
- Other sizes listed: 16.25 NL, 5¾ US, L UK
- Resizable within reasonable limits
- Weight: 4.4 g
- Condition: very good condition, lightly worn with minor signs of wear
Period of creation: mid-20th century.
Historical and stylistic context: the 1950s were a period of major cultural and technological change, marked by the emergence of rock ’n’ roll, the birth of the Beat Generation, the launch of Sputnik, and the beginning of the space race. These events, along with the awareness of living in the nuclear age, contributed to the development of an aesthetic known as the Atomic Age, reflected in various fields of design, including jewelry.
In 1947, Christian Dior introduced a new style in fashion, bringing back a more feminine silhouette and rejecting the dark lines popular during the war. This silhouette, with a fitted bodice and a neckline above a full skirt flowing from a narrowly cinched waist, called for a new aesthetic for the jewelry and accessories that accompanied it. Jewelry from this period was characterized by a tendency toward more elaborate and ornate pieces.
To complement this elegant style, diamonds set in the platinum were often worn at the neckline and on the ears, newly revealed by upswept hairstyles held in place with diamond clips. The DeBeers Diamond Corporation helped support demand for diamonds with its campaign “A Diamond is Forever,” which encouraged the use of diamonds at all income levels, particularly among a rapidly growing middle class.
- Main material: citrine
- Citrine: a variety of quartz in shades ranging from pale yellow to deep amber, with a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale.
- 14 ct gold: an alloy composed of 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloyed metals such as copper, silver, nickel, or zinc.
- 14 ct gold is appreciated for its durability, versatility, and common use in rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and watches.
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