-Mid Century 1960 Modernist Cluster Ring In 14Kt Gold With 25.56 Ctw In Turquoises

Bombe cluster cocktail ring with natural turquoises.

A great statement cocktail ring, created during the late mid-century period, back in the 1960. This ring was designed as a domed cluster, carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with high polished finish. Embellished with a great assortment of natural earth mined turquoises from the Sleeping Beauty variety.

Turquoise: Mounted in the center in a four-prongs setting, with 1 cushion sugarloaf cabochon cut (14.5 x 12 x 8 mm) of a natural blue turquoise of 10.16 carats.

Turquoises: Mounted in four-prongs settings, with an arrangement of 28 round cabochon cut (5.5 mm) of natural blue turquoises with a total weight of 15.40 carats.

Birthstone: Turquoise for the month of December.

Weight: 23.40 Grams, (15.05 Dwt).

Size: 6 and may be easily sized on request.

Measurements: 32 mm by 33 mm (1.26 x 1.31 Inches) and raise 22 mm over the finger.

Hallmarks: Stamped with the Italian marks and, the mark for the assay of the 18kt gold.

Sleeping Beauty Turquoises

This kind of turquoise is noted for its solid, light blue color with no matrix. The host rock is granite. Sleeping Beauty turquoise is the favorite of Zuni Pueblo lapidaries and silversmiths for the purity in color. This mine was one of the largest in North America. Since the early 1970s, this mine was a major producer of turquoise. Artisans and jewelry companies love Sleeping Beauty Turquoise for its lack of matrix and reliable even color. This mine is still active and currently produces copper. The Sleeping Beauty turquoise mine was named after the mountain range where it is located, which from a distance is said to resemble a sleeping woman with her arms crossed. Increased government regulations and mining costs led to the mine's closure in 2012.

Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All turquoises are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: R121023AMNM/.5625