Gold Rosette Ring with Openwork Filigree
Decorative Art / Jewelry - Ring • Unidentified contemporary jeweler / Workshop specializing in historical revivals
Style & Movement
Byzantine Revival / Neo-Renaissance
Medium & Technique
Yellow gold, likely 18k-24k based on color; techniques include casting and ajouré (openwork) piercing
Creation Period
Modern reproduction of Byzantine or Renaissance style (late 20th - early 21st Century)
Dimensions & Format
Small-scale personal ornament; estimated diameter of bezel is 15-20mm; Band size unknown
Subject Description
A circular ring featuring a central floral rosette with six-fold symmetry. The design incorporates lobed petals and circular motifs radiating from a central raised bead or cabochon setting, evoking a sunburst or compass rose motif.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; showing some surface wear and slight distortion of the band
Estimated Market Value
$400 - $850 USD (based on current gold weight and decorative labor)
Auction Estimate
$300 - $600 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely acquired through secondary retail or private sale
Art Historical Significance
Represents the ongoing popularity of historical revivals in jewelry design, specifically drawing from the intricate goldsmithing traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean and the High Middle Ages.
Notable Features
High-purity gold color; intricate openwork design that mimics ancient filigree techniques without the use of individual wires.
Condition Issues
Visible scratches on the surface (scuffing); slight ovalization of the circular band indicating wear-related pressure; possible depletion of soldering at base of bezel.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional ultrasonic cleaning; store in a soft-lined jewelry box away from abrasive metals; reshapping by a jeweler if the band becomes uncomfortable.