Citrine and Gold Ring

A sweetheart of an antique ring featuring central oval citrine gem gently cradled in an ornate yellow gold Belcher setting. This beautiful citrine is like liquid sunshine - soft and bright and warm. The ring setting is a soft, rosy yellow gold with the most captivating hand-wrought scrollwork designs. Each shoulder displays a graceful engraved heart, accented with spiral motifs. The engraving even extends to around the prongs and gemstone - very thoughtful and ornamental handiwork. When comparing aspects of the symmetrical design, it is clear that the work was lovingly done by hand by a goldsmith over 100 years ago. The back of the ring is a half-round shape with a high-luster polish. This would be a lovely alternative engagement ring or sentimental gift. Citrine is a variety of quartz, which displays a golden-orange color due to the presence of iron. 

More details:

Citrine measures 9.0mm tall and 7.0mm wide. At top, ring setting measures 11.8mm wide and setting sits 4.7mm off the finger. At back of ring, narrowest part of ring shank measures 2.6mm.

Ring size 8 / UK Q. If needed, this ring may be sized either up or down a few sizes by your jeweler. 
Excellent antique condition.

14k (tested)

3.7 grams

This ring will be shipped in a luxe, custom-made velvet and grosgrain ribbon ring box. Shown in last image are a sample of the variety of colors and shapes; one will be selected for you.