TIFFANY & CO. 1970 Jean Schlumberger Spiral Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Emeralds
Sculptural ring designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
This is the iconic and very rare spiral ring created in New York City by Jean Schlumberger for the Tiffany Studios, back in the 1970. The elusive ring was carefully crafted in solid rich yellow gold of 18 karats with polished finish and embellished with two natural Colombian green emeralds. This ring is an important collectors piece.
Emeralds: Mounted in bezel settings, with 2 round cabochons cut of natural Colombian vivid green emeralds with a combined weight of about 0.60 carats.
Birthstone: Emeralds for the month of May.
Weight: 16.95 Grams, (10.90 Dwt).
Size: The actual size is 6 and may be resized up or down on special request.
Measurements: 21 mm by 10 mm, (1.06 x 0.60 Inches) and raise 8 mm over the finger.
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay and warranty of the .750/.999 yellow gold and signed as follows, "TIFFANY & CO. SCHLUMBERGER 18KT".
Jean Schlumberger
He was asked in 1956 by the president of Tiffany & Co. Walter Hovin to begin designing for the firm. He had his own workshop at the company until his retirement in the late 1970's and was eventually made vice president of the company. Schlumberger designs at tiffany were remarkable for their whimsical interpretation of natural forms. He was especially inspired by the sea creatures and others animals. He was an exceptional designer, jeweler and a master enameller.
Literature: Tiffany & Co. Blue Book edition for year 1971-1972, Pp-39 for this model illustrated as letter E. Tiffany & Co. Blue Book edition for year 1973-1974, Pp-38 for this model illustrated as letter E. Tiffany & Co. Blue Book edition for year 1977-1978, Pp-40 for this model illustrated as letter D.
Collateral: This ring by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this ring by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The 2 emeralds are secured in the settings. This ring was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: R110525TONM/.4074
