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Overview:
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This Antique Victorian era solid 18K gold ring, is a showcase of natural opulence and refined design. At its centre lies a 10 × 8 mm oval cabochon of premium gold‑bearing quartz, sourced from the legendary Sixteen‑to‑One Mine — famed for producing the world’s most exquisite gold‑in‑quartz specimens.
The cabochon displays a flawless white quartz matrix streaked with pure 22K gold veins that run continuously through and across the stone, creating a dazzling interplay of light and metallic fire. Its domed, ultra‑polished surface magnifies the internal brilliance, making the gold inclusions appear suspended in motion.
The ring’s shoulders feature hammered and etched detailing, a textured design that evokes the rugged beauty of natural gold formations while maintaining a sleek, modern symmetry. The polished central ridge adds contrast and sophistication, balancing the organic texture with precision craftsmanship.
Sized at 8, this piece commands attention — bold yet elegant, timeless yet distinctive. It’s not just jewellery; it’s a collector’s artefact, a wearable piece of California’s gold‑rush legacy.
Highlights:
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Metal: Solid 18K Yellow Gold
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Stone: Natural Gold‑Bearing Quartz Cabochon (approx. 10 × 8 mm)
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Origin: Sixteen‑to‑One Mine, California
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Gold veins: Pure 22K inclusions running fully through the quartz
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Weight: 3.88 grams
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Size: 8
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Era: Antique Victorian Era etchings
A true collector’s treasure — geological art immortalized in gold.
Specifications:
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Weight: 3.88 Grams
Gold Quartz: 10mm x 8mm 16to1 mine Gold Quartz cab - Premium grade.
Size & Measurements: The ring is a Size 8 (US). Can be resized.
Metal & Hallmark: 18K solid yellow gold.