Ring – 18K Yellow Gold with Smoky Quartz

This ring, crafted from 18-carat (750/1000) yellow gold, features a central emerald-cut rectangular smoky quartz, held by a four-prong setting. The mounting, with its double openwork body, is enhanced by twisted motifs on the shoulders, accentuating the decorative effect and presence of the piece. The generously sized stone exhibits the translucent brown hue characteristic of smoky quartz, playing with light depending on the viewing angle.

Era

This ring can be attributed to the 1960s–1970s, a period when large and varied colored stones (amethysts, citrines, smoky quartzes, topazes) were highly fashionable. This type of jewelry exemplifies the rise of spectacular cocktail rings, designed to catch the eye at receptions or evening events.

Style

• Retro-cocktail style: characterized by imposing settings and voluminous, accessible, and decorative gemstones.

• The choice of smoky quartz reflects the desire to combine a semi-precious stone with an expressive design, offering a piece of jewelry that is both elegant and assertive, typical of 1970s jewelry.

• The twisted structure and elevated stone enhance the theatrical aspect of the piece, in line with the sculptural and flamboyant jewelry of that era.