Gilbert Albert 1970 Swiss Interchangeable Organic Ring In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Spheres

Interchangeable organic ring designed by Gilbert Albert (1930-2019).

Very rare organic convertible piece, created in Switzerland by the iconic Gilbert Albert back in the early 1970. This sculptural versatile ring has been crafted with organic textured patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. The top part is fitted like a basket to exchange the decorative gemstones spheres from the lower back.

Diamonds: Embellished with flush setting of four round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.35 Carats, E/F color, VS-1 clarity.

Gemstones: Accompanied with 4 spherical gemstones as an alternatives options such; blue lace agate, reddish agate, hematite and green

Weight: 16.80 Grams, (10.77 Dwt). The weight all together is 39.7 Grams.

Size: 7.5-8, it is sizeable.

Measurements: 21 mm by 20 mm (Inches) and raise 10 mm over the finger

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the assay of the gold and signed, "GA ,750".

Gilbert Albert, born in Geneva, Switzerland in 1930, is a jewelry designer and one of the most influential jeweler artist of the 20th and 21th century with more than 10 world award winning prizes. He made important sculptural jewelry works for the Patek Philippe company and he worked there as part of the designer team.

He was head of the workshop from the 1955 to 1962, during which time he designed his signature asymmetrical watches for the company. Mr. Albert took his inspiration from his passion for modern art, notably works by Brancusi and Mondrian. In 1962 after leaving the Patek Philippe Co, he founded an opened his own firm at rue de la Corraterie in Geneva where one of his workshops is located still today. He also worked for the Omega SA Watch Company. Recently he opened boutique stores in Paris and New York city.

Note: Earrings, necklaces and bracelet has been also produced in this collection.

Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box and three extra spheres 

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

INVENTORY REF: R0000MRMN/.4038