Floral Motif Gemstone Ring with Alexandrite Appearance
Decorative art / Fine jewelry ring • Commercial jewelry manufacturer; style suggests mass-market accessible luxury or designer fashion jewelry.
Style & Movement
Nature-inspired Contemporary Design / Neo-Victorian Influence
Medium & Technique
Cast metal shank (likely sterling silver or white gold based on color) with prong and pavé set gemstones including a round central faceted stone and purple accent stones.
Creation Period
Contemporary (late 20th to early 21st century)
Dimensions & Format
Standard jewelry format; size approximate to ring size 6-8; primary setting approximately 12mm x 20mm.
Subject Description
The ring features a central color-change gemstone (possibly synthetic alexandrite or color-change sapphire) surrounded by a halo of purple stones. The shoulders are adorned with stylized floral or leaf-like motifs set with smaller purple gems.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; visible surface wear on the metal and minor dust/debris within the settings consistent with secondary market retail.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $450 (highly dependent on metal purity and gemstone authenticity)
Auction Estimate
$80 - $250
Provenance History
Likely sourced from a retail or estate liquidation environment as evidenced by the commercial price tag visible in the foreground.
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the modern consumer preference for romantic, botanical-themed jewelry and the use of laboratory-grown color-change gemstones in contemporary artisan-style pieces.
Notable Features
Distinctive 'color-change' property of the central stone which shifts from blue-green to reddish-purple depending on light source.
Condition Issues
Slight tarnish or oxidation visible on the metal; minor surface abrasions consistent with use; accumulation of skin oils/dust in pavé crevices.
Conservation Recommendations
Ultrasonic cleaning followed by professional polishing; store in a soft-lined box; avoid contact with harsh chemicals.