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Sterling silver 925 ring featuring a single 7.50 ct pink magenta topaz in an intricate marine‑themed setting with an antique finish, ring size IT 17 / FR 57 / US 8, total weight 8.10 g, in new condition, and no laboratory report.

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Description from the seller

A captivating 925 sterling silver ring, masterfully adorned, with an elaborate and flamboyant design.

The focal point of the ring is a stunning intense pink-magenta topaz. The stone is cut in an oval shape, 16x12 millimeters, and its facets capture and reflect light, giving it depth and brilliance. The gem is set in a highly detailed mount, carved with intricate marine motifs, delightful miniature starfish arranged gracefully around the stone, rendered in relief with textured surfaces that imitate the irregular texture of real starfish. Each element of the mount is crafted with remarkable attention to detail. The ring band splits into two as it approaches the setting, providing additional width and stability while also enhancing the aquatic motifs. The silver has a lightly antique finish, which lends a sense of old-fashioned elegance and accentuates the myriad textures and forms. Overall, the ring exudes a sense of sophisticated playfulness and evokes images of the ocean's hidden treasures. It is both a piece of striking impact and a miniature work of art, perfectly blending natural themes with luxurious artisanal craftsmanship.

The weight of the stone is about 7.50 carats. The diameter of the shank measures 18 millimeters, which corresponds to the international sizes listed below. Inside the shank is engraved the fineness of sterling silver 925.

Sterling silver 925 / Hallmark
Stones: Topaz
Weight: 8.10 grams
Size: IT-ES 17 / FR 57 / USA 8 / UK P / DE 17 3/4


My gaze on the jewel

This ring has a strong and meditative presence, almost narrative. It doesn't rely on easy brilliance, but on an introspective character: the magenta-pink topaz emerges as a restrained, deep light, deliberately set in a structure that seems to protect it more than display it. It is a piece of jewelry that does not seek immediate approval, but rewards those who pause to look at it. It is a ring that speaks to those who love jewelry as objects of character, not merely as holders of stones. Here are the most interesting aspects I noted:

1. The dialogue between stone and silver. Antique silver does not simply serve as a backing: it creates a chromatic and conceptual contrast that makes the topaz more intense, almost more saturated than it would be in a neutral setting.

2. The use of the floral motif as structure, not as ornament. The engraved motifs are not decorative in the classical sense: they seem to “grow” from the setting, wrapping the stone like roots or structural petals. It is an organic language, not romantic.

3. The choice of topaz in an unconventional shade. Magenta pink, especially at this depth, is a cultivated choice: less predictable, more personal, far from both commercial topaz and the rubies superficially evoked. It is a color that signals a personal preference, not a compulsory reference to the canon. And in jewelry, this is a form of silent intelligence.

4. The sense of controlled visual weight. The ring appears important, but not clumsy. The mass is distributed in a way that conveys solidity without rigidity, a sign of thoughtful design.

5. The 'ancient' aesthetic that isn’t nostalgia. Antiquing doesn’t simulate the past: it references it. This makes it credible in the eyes of a collector and interesting for those seeking a piece of jewelry with an identity, not with a forced date.


Worldwide delivery with fast, insured courier services, including after-sales support.
The code for tracking the shipment is provided. The item is packaged in a gift box and carefully and professionally wrapped. When purchasing multiple items from the collection, the buyer pays the cost of a single shipment.

Seller's Story

For about 30 years I have been collecting antique jewels from every corner of the world. These small objects live, breathe, pass down their origins, describe the places they have seen, the historical periods they have lived through. Each has its own life, its own history, but they all have one thing in common: they reflect the soul of those who own them. I can effectively state that a jewel is matter that becomes emotion.
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A captivating 925 sterling silver ring, masterfully adorned, with an elaborate and flamboyant design.

The focal point of the ring is a stunning intense pink-magenta topaz. The stone is cut in an oval shape, 16x12 millimeters, and its facets capture and reflect light, giving it depth and brilliance. The gem is set in a highly detailed mount, carved with intricate marine motifs, delightful miniature starfish arranged gracefully around the stone, rendered in relief with textured surfaces that imitate the irregular texture of real starfish. Each element of the mount is crafted with remarkable attention to detail. The ring band splits into two as it approaches the setting, providing additional width and stability while also enhancing the aquatic motifs. The silver has a lightly antique finish, which lends a sense of old-fashioned elegance and accentuates the myriad textures and forms. Overall, the ring exudes a sense of sophisticated playfulness and evokes images of the ocean's hidden treasures. It is both a piece of striking impact and a miniature work of art, perfectly blending natural themes with luxurious artisanal craftsmanship.

The weight of the stone is about 7.50 carats. The diameter of the shank measures 18 millimeters, which corresponds to the international sizes listed below. Inside the shank is engraved the fineness of sterling silver 925.

Sterling silver 925 / Hallmark
Stones: Topaz
Weight: 8.10 grams
Size: IT-ES 17 / FR 57 / USA 8 / UK P / DE 17 3/4


My gaze on the jewel

This ring has a strong and meditative presence, almost narrative. It doesn't rely on easy brilliance, but on an introspective character: the magenta-pink topaz emerges as a restrained, deep light, deliberately set in a structure that seems to protect it more than display it. It is a piece of jewelry that does not seek immediate approval, but rewards those who pause to look at it. It is a ring that speaks to those who love jewelry as objects of character, not merely as holders of stones. Here are the most interesting aspects I noted:

1. The dialogue between stone and silver. Antique silver does not simply serve as a backing: it creates a chromatic and conceptual contrast that makes the topaz more intense, almost more saturated than it would be in a neutral setting.

2. The use of the floral motif as structure, not as ornament. The engraved motifs are not decorative in the classical sense: they seem to “grow” from the setting, wrapping the stone like roots or structural petals. It is an organic language, not romantic.

3. The choice of topaz in an unconventional shade. Magenta pink, especially at this depth, is a cultivated choice: less predictable, more personal, far from both commercial topaz and the rubies superficially evoked. It is a color that signals a personal preference, not a compulsory reference to the canon. And in jewelry, this is a form of silent intelligence.

4. The sense of controlled visual weight. The ring appears important, but not clumsy. The mass is distributed in a way that conveys solidity without rigidity, a sign of thoughtful design.

5. The 'ancient' aesthetic that isn’t nostalgia. Antiquing doesn’t simulate the past: it references it. This makes it credible in the eyes of a collector and interesting for those seeking a piece of jewelry with an identity, not with a forced date.


Worldwide delivery with fast, insured courier services, including after-sales support.
The code for tracking the shipment is provided. The item is packaged in a gift box and carefully and professionally wrapped. When purchasing multiple items from the collection, the buyer pays the cost of a single shipment.

Seller's Story

For about 30 years I have been collecting antique jewels from every corner of the world. These small objects live, breathe, pass down their origins, describe the places they have seen, the historical periods they have lived through. Each has its own life, its own history, but they all have one thing in common: they reflect the soul of those who own them. I can effectively state that a jewel is matter that becomes emotion.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Laboratory Report
No laboratory report
No. of main gemstones
1
Metal
Silver
Total carat weight of main stone(s)
7.50
Brand jewellery
No
Main Stone
Topaz
Total weight
8.1 g
Condition
As new - unused
Gender
Women
Title additional information
7.50 thousand
Ring size
57 (EU) / 17 (IT) / 8 (US)
ItalyVerified
780
Objects sold
100%
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