Vintage Gemini Ring - Retro Era 14k Yellow Gold Astrological Zodiac Gemstone Talisman Totem - Circa 50s Roberts & Belk Fine Symbolic Jewelry

Fantastic vintage circa 1950s era 14k yellow gold Gemini pendant! This collectible signet ring has a circular medallion shape, and displays the constellation symbol for Gemini, with it's corresponding lucky dates, zodiac symbol, and the ruling gemstone for the astrological sign. In this particular case, the ruling gemstone for the Gemini zodiac is smokey quartz (this is different than the system for birthstones by month), and the pendant is detailed with a natural quartz cabochon gem. The astrological totem has a textured background, with additional Gemini symbols on the shoulders. A groovy piece of signed fine vintage zodiac jewelry, featuring the constellation for air sign Gemini!

ERA - Circa 1950s - Retro / Mid Century

METAL / MATERIAL - 14k yellow gold, natural quartz cabochon.

MARKINGS / HISTORY - Inside of ring is marked "14k" with a copywright symbol and the maker's mark R&B for Roberts & Belk, who was a prominent English silversmithing and electroplating company established in Sheffield in 1864. The firm was the successor to several earlier businesses that traced their roots to 1810. Known for producing high-quality goods, the company converted to a limited liability company in 1901 and was ultimately acquired by another silversmith, C.J. Vander Ltd., in 1961. The zodiac medallion designs are attributed to the team while under direction of Walter Belk and Christopher Dresser from 1901 to 1961.

CONDITION - Good vintage condition. Yellow gold metal has been professionally polished & cleaned. Little age appropriate patina & wear remains. Designs are very well preserved. Natural gemstone is secure and in great shape. Amazing Gemini constellation signet ring!

SIZE / MEASUREMENTS - Finger Size: 9, Weight: 8.2 grams, Head: 18.8 x 17.6 mm, Shank: tapers to 2.7 mm, Rise Off Finger: 3.5 mm.

PRESENTATION - Listing includes a complimentary MJV logo gift box, as shown in last photo. All other boxes are for display only.

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