Antique Art Deco Paste Cocktail Ring Product Type_Chain

Antique Art Deco Paste Cocktail Ring Product Type_ChainA remarkable Art Deco cocktail ring from the 1920s featuring a large octagonal gallery decorated with glittering green and white paste stones surrounding a blue square cut stone in the centre, together simulating emeralds, diamonds and a sapphire. Paste is a heavy, transparent flint glass that has been used since ancient times to simulate the beauty of gemstones. The art of cutting paste takes expert craftsmanship and the highest quality stones are

ITEM NUMBER: 24-33

a shepherdess and a charming little frog with an umbrella and bow tie

It beautifully imitates the warm glow of the sun

MARKS: Maker’s mark

STONES: Amethysts (8 x 10mm

The focal point is a beautiful rose framed in the centre

In the early 19th century during the 'Grand Tour' days of the English aristocracy

The gallery is fashioned in 9ct gold and features milgrain shoulder detailing and clear London hallmarks within the shank

the half-hoop gallery showcases a graduated row of glittering old mine-cut diamonds

MEASURES: Height 21mm x Width 35mm x Depth 4mm

earthy pink and grey colouring

The long pin has a lovely spiral in the centre and is modelled in 15ct gold