14100144

Setting: Sterling Silver .875 (Russian)

Primary Gemstone: Nephrite (Jade)

Size: US 8.5

Designer/Hallmark: Cyrillic Markings with Soviet Sickle & Hammer

Weight: 10.38g

The estate executor was certainly surprised by this ring that was among the contents under his purview. It is a mystery as to how a Soviet-Era ring may have come into his relatives' possession! But, she did travel to Europe often and the style seems to have been one her favorite!

This ring is fashioned from .875 silver, the purity used by many the former Soviet Union, and other East European nations. The seating and bezel may have been made especially for this unusually shaped gemstone that tests as Nephrite on the Presidium II Gem Tester. The nephrite is approximately 1" long, 3/8" wide and 3/8" tall. The bezel is formed around the base of the gemstone and recently had a cleaning and maintenence by a professional jeweler. The base of the bezel is decorated with a braided border. The shank is a simple sterling silver band that tapers from 5.5mm to 3 3/4mm. This ring is US size 8.5. Read sizing options and other important information below.

1. This lot is from an estate, and is in good to very good condition, with only slight or reasonable signs of wear.

2. All weights, sizes, measurements, as well as the color or clarity of any gemstones or diamonds mentioned in the titles, descriptions, introductions, notes or anywhere in the auction catalog shall be considered "approximate" regardless of the inclusion of the word "approximate" or any similar adjective.

3. Props used to aid in photography are NOT included in any lot, unless specified in the title and/or description.

4. This ring can be sized for an additional charge. Normally, sizing will delay shipping by 2-5 days. Please contact Bidfair Fine Jewelry for a sizing quote and turnaround time.

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