Color Changing Stone Appraisal

Gold-Toned Fashion Ring with Iridescent Central Stone

The item is a gold-toned fashion ring, likely costume jewelry given its origin from a 'dented candle' and the visible quality. It features a prominent round, faceted central stone exhibiting a strong iridescent or abalone-like play of color, distinct from a typical gemstone. This suggests it could be a synthetic opal, a treated glass, or another man-made material designed to mimic iridescence. The central stone is surrounded by two interwoven, stylized ribbon or infinity-loop motifs, each set with numerous small, clear, round faceted stones, possibly cubic zirconia or glass, in a pavé or channel setting. The metal appears to be a polished yellow gold-color, but without a clear hallmark, it's likely a base metal with gold plating. On the interior surface of the band, there appears to be a marking that resembles 'S925' or 'A925', which, if legible, would typically indicate sterling silver (925) with a letter prefix for a manufacturer or brand, suggesting it could be silver plated with gold, or a mark indicating a material not easily identified. The overall condition appears good, with no obvious signs of significant wear or damage to the stones or metal from the images. The craftsmanship, while appearing mass-produced, is consistent with typical fashion jewelry, aiming for visual appeal over intrinsic material value. The band is smooth, and the setting of the smaller stones seems competent for its class. The style is contemporary, suggesting an estimated age from the late 20th to early 21st century.