Retro Modern 1960 Italian Free Form Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With Turquoises

Retro modernist clips-on earrings with turquoises. A gorgeous sculptural pair of earrings, created with voluptuous organic free shapes during the mid-century period, back in the 196...

Geometric ring designed by the Aletto Brothers. A contemporary reinterpretation of the crossover toi et moi ring, created by the jewelry designers Aletto Brothers. This cocktail ring is from the Sardinia collection and has been carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. Gemstones: Mounted on top, with a pair of fancy cabochon cuts carved from natural sleeping beauty blue turquoises attached to the ring with four round screws. Birthstone: December. Weight: 19.25 Grams, (12.34 Dwt). Size: 8 sizeable. Measurements: 20 mm by 22 mm (0.78 x 0.87 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the gold assay mark, the serial numbers and signed, "ALETTO BROTHERS .750 G10". Aletto Brothers is a world-renowned master of the sophisticated and meticulous technique of invisible setting, the Aletto family of jewelers is constantly pushing the boundaries to create impeccably-crafted and extremely personal works of wearable art. They passed their knowledge and refined their skills over five generations, the Aletto Brothers name stands for excellent craftsmanship and quality. Still family owned and operated, the firm is currently based in Boca Raton, Florida, but was originally started in Naples, Italy, by Bartolomeo Aletto an Italian goldsmith. His first major commission was to create a special piece of jewellery to celebrate the inauguration of the Eiffel Tower at the 1889 Exposition Universelle in Paris. In 1962, Alberto Aletto who was the third generation, moved the company to America, opening his business in New York. It is his son Alfredo who is leading the firm today with the support of his sons Alberto, Luigio and Mario. Excelling in complicated techniques, such as invisible-setting, the Aletto Brothers continue to create highly sought after, beautiful pieces of jewellery. Sleeping Beauty turquoise is noted for its solid, light blue color with no matrix. The host rock is granite. Sleeping Beauty turquoise is the favorite of Zuni Pueblo lapidaries and silversmiths for the purity in color. This mine was one of the largest in North America. Since the early 1970s, this mine was a major producer of turquoise. Artisans and jewelry companies love Sleeping Beauty Turquoise for its lack of matrix and reliable even color. This mine is still active and currently produces copper. The Sleeping Beauty turquoise mine was named after the mountain range where it is located, which from a distance is said to resemble a sleeping woman with her arms crossed. Increased government regulations and mining costs led to the mine's closure in 2012. Collateral: It is accompanied by the designer's presentation leather jewelry pouch...

An extraordinary statement piece, this Retro-era ring is crafted in luxurious 18kt yellow gold and features a striking massive cabochon turquoise weighing approximately 115 carats. T...

Inspired by nature, flowers are synonymous with happiness. Two delicate flowers that intertwine and caress your hand. Made in Italy by Stanoppi Jewellery since 1948. Stones: Citri...