18 kt yellow gold Carnelian unisex pinky ring; featuring a flat cushion shaped, cabochon cut red Carnelian carnelian. Bezel set into the domed head with tapered shoulders transitioning down to a rounded shank at the base of a classic pinky signet ring. A bold and polished statement piece.
Circa: 1950’s
Finger size unisex: 8 1/4 (can be sized up or down 2 sizes with our compliments)
Hall marks on bottom of shank: French
Flat cushion shaped carnelian cabochon:
Measurements: 14.31 x 11.52 mm
Hue: brownish orange
Note: minor abrasion top left of carnelian
Gross weight: 7.5 dwt.
What is carnelian?: Carnelian is the brownish red variety of the crypto crystalline quartz often found as one of the colored bands in banded agate when you cut into a geode. Its subtle translucent hues and durability make a beautiful medium for things like signet rings. They are often cameo (relieve) or intaglio (recessed) carved for centuries. Take a look here at this Victorian locket