About the Item
This vintage 18k gold ring features a bold brutalist design with an organic, textured structure. At the center sits an oval citrine, showing warm golden-amber tones. The gemstone is framed by a row of round diamonds. The setting has an asymmetrical appearance, which is characteristic of mid-century and late-1960s brutalist jewelry. The gold surface has a rugged, almost molten look, giving the ring a tactile presence. This piece has a substantial feel on the hand and works well as a primary statement jewel. This diamond ring represents an expressive era of design and is a collectible example of vintage brutalist design in fine jewelry. The ring's size is 4, it's re-sizable. It weighs 28 grams. About Brutalist design Brutalism began as an architectural movement in the early 20th century and became prominent in the 1950s. Its buildings were massive, blocky, and geometric, often made of poured concrete. The style rejected ornamentation and embraced raw, structural forms. In jewelry, this look evolved during the 1960s and 70s. Designers moved away from classic refinement and mid-century modern polish, turning instead to organic shapes and rough textures. Gold flowed like molten metal. Diamonds and gems were set at random, often across uneven, nugget-like surfaces. The results were bold, heavy pieces that looked handmade and slightly wild—chunky forms, jagged edges, and asymmetry replaced smooth symmetry and perfection. Today, brutalist jewelry is making a comeback. Collectors and modern designers admire its daring, sculptural spirit and its honest, unpolished texture. The look feels authentic and expressive, standing out from the sleek minimalism of contemporary fine jewelry. Brutalist pieces from the 1960s and 70s are now highly sought after, and new creations inspired by that era continue to bring the movement’s raw beauty into the present.
More Details
Ring Size:
4 US, Resizable
(Size Guide)
Metal:
18k Gold,Yellow Gold
Stone:
Citrine,Diamond
Stone Cut:
Mixed Cut
Weight:
28 g
Period:
1950-1959
Date of Manufacture:
1950
Condition:
ExcellentWear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Beverly Hills, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: NS AOOO-11251stDibs: LU6927812092; Resizing is available.
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Reserve: $4,800.00

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