Antique Vintage Deco 14k Gold Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Dragon God Ring 10.25

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Antique Vintage Deco 14k Gold Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Dragon God Ring 10.25:
$403.00

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The Piece
sale Estimate: $2,500 - $5,000
Age Circa:Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940
Markings: 14k on the inside of the band
Country of Origin:China
Brand: Unknown
Gram Weight:33.0 Grams
Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold
Metal Melt Value:$825.00 (Value All-Inclusive Weight)
Material:--
Main Stone:Lapis Lazuli
Main Stone Measurements/Color:42.5 mm long by 14 mm wide by 9.5 mm deep, Approximately 42.73 Carats, Deep blue hue with striations of lighter blue throughout and minimal gold speckling
Accent Stone: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color: --
Stone Treatment:The stone appears to be untreated, but we are not certified Gemologists and cannot be sure.
Stone Cuts:Carved
Ring Size: 10.25
Sizable by your local jeweler:Yes
Item Measurements:The top of the ring measures 2.75\" long by 0.75\" wide and rises about .65\" off of the finger when worn. The band measures 7.5 mm wide.
Notable Features:The ring was handmade during the Art Deco era and is a classic Chinese export piece.It was most likely custom ordered from British controlled China and shipped to Europe or America. Exotic rings from the far east were all the rage during this era and the wealthy would have pieces custom ordered to their specifications. This stunning piece would have taken months to completely craft by hand. The lapis lazuli is thoroughly carved and the heavy yellow gold setting was specifically shaped to hold this carving.
The lapis carving was made completely by hand and is carved in the form of a traditional Chinese belt hook/loop. This piece has a play on images with a dragon viewed from the side profile, and the face of an old Chinese deity when viewed from above. The carving is incredibly detailed with small etchings throughout, which bring the piece to life. The lapis lazuli itself has a deep blue hue with lighter blue striations throughout. The gold design of this piece was hand carved out of solid 14k yellow gold and was specifically hand crafted for this carving. The ring includes an organic design, which folds in a few places inside of the carving to hold the stone while blending in to the design. The design also has a contoured setting, which is specifically shaped to hold this stunning carving while providing a comfortable fit when worn.
Damage: Age appropriate wear. The lapis is a little loose in its setting by design to help prevent damage to the stone.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the \"Gatsby\" or \"Roaring Twenties\" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specifically cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Chinese export jewelry became popular during the late Victorian period and persisted until the 1960s. During this period, Chinese craftsmen were considered by far the best in the world. The rich and wealthy would custom-order a piece through their local jeweler, who would send the design off to China to be made and sent back to Europe. This lengthy process was very expensive, making Chinese export pieces highly desirable, then and now.
Chinese stone cutters were considered some of the finest artisans in the world. They would spend years learning to hand-carve many different types of stones, and excelled in creating finely detailed pieces other artisans couldn’t even hope to compare to. Their skill was so refined that they could even carve delicate stones like coral and jade. Chinese stone cutters were so talented that Victorian era European socialites would commission pieces from them, preferring the hefty price tag that came with such high quality work to the ready availability of Western stonework.
Chinese dragons appear everywhere in China – in legends, festivals, astrology, art, and symbolism. Unlike the fire-breathing dragons of the west, Chinese dragons summon rain. They have a long snake-like bodies with sharp hawk-like claws and usually very detailed in art and jewelry. They are an important part of Chinese culture and symbolize power and benevolence, as well good luck to those worthy of it. The Chinese dragon is one of the twelve Chinese zodiac signs; which is attributed to strength, dignity, and success.
Historians believe the link between humans and lapis lazuli stretches back more than 6,500 years. The gem was treasured by the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Greece, and Rome. They valued it for its vivid, exquisite color, and prized it as much as they prized other blue gems like sapphire and turquoise. At the end of the middle ages, lapis was ground up and used as the ultramarine pigment found in painting.All packages are sent via USPS First Class Insured Mail unless another shipping option is chosen by the buyer. Buy It Now items ship for free (domestically). Shipping on sale items is priced as follows:

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