1960s jewelry

Large Chunky Mid Century Sterling Silver Plum Color Stone Ring - This is a very large chunky beautifully made 1960s mid century ring. It is solid sterling silver and marked with an old block letter full word sterling marking which is prior to the 1970 assay update laws mandating a 925 mark. This ring has a very big bulky mounting and thick side lugs and 4 large thick prongs to hold the stone in place. the lugs, shanks, and undermount have very strong geometrically juxtaposed mid century design for noticeable contrast. Ring size is 7 1/2. Weight is 17.6 grams. The top holds a beautiful 24mm or almost 1" long emerald cut deep purplish brown plum colored stone with lots of internal metallic flash. Stone is likely 1960s synthetic. It has gorgeous color with lots of fire. Height from top of stone to bottom of mounting, finger line is just over 1/2". The sterling silver is excellent. No dents or dings. No damage or repair. No alterations or resize. No gauges or deep scratches. The stone has a few light age scuffs to the surface that are not eye obvious. No chips or cracks or flakes or deep scratches. Overall condition is completely original and excellent. This is a gorgeous showy ring for your vintage mid century jewelry collection.