Oval Pink Gemstone Floral Setting Ring
Jewelry (Ring) • Commercial apparel/accessory manufacturer (unidentified)
Style & Movement
Contemporary costume jewelry with floral/romantic motifs
Medium & Technique
Cast metal (likely gold-plated or low-karat yellow gold) with a prong-set faceted oval synthetic or glass gemstone.
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (modern mass-produced)
Dimensions & Format
Small personal scale (approx. 20mm x 20mm), circular format ring shank.
Subject Description
A decorative ring featuring a central oval mauve-pink faceted stone surrounded by a scalloped, four-petal floral metal border and a split-shoulder shank.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Fair - Showing signs of wear, surface abrasions on the stone, and tarnishing/pitting on the metal surface.
Estimated Market Value
$5 - $25 USD
Auction Estimate
$10 - $30 USD (likely as part of a bulk jewelry lot)
Provenance History
Commercial retail origin indicated by the presence of a 'SIZE' inventory tag and a yellow price label below starting at $10.00.
Art Historical Significance
Low; representative of mass-market consumer costume jewelry rather than unique artisan craft or fine jewelry.
Notable Features
Retains original retail pricing labels and size tag, indicating it is likely 'New Old Stock' or secondhand retail inventory.
Condition Issues
Visible scratches on the stone table, metal pitting/oxidation on the inner band, and glue/adhesive residue from price tags.
Conservation Recommendations
Ultrasonic cleaning if metal is solid; gentle polishing with a soft cloth if plated; avoid harsh chemicals that may strip the gold-tone finish.