Turquoise Cabochons Appraisal

Bypass Ring with Turquoise Cabochons

This is a bypass ring, crafted from a warm-toned yellow metal, likely gold or gold-filled, given its luster and the quality indicated by the setting of the stones. The ring features a sleek, minimalist design where the band elegantly crosses over itself, creating two distinct termini, each adorned with a cabochon-cut gemstone. The gemstones are spherical and display a vibrant, opaque robin's egg blue color, highly suggestive of natural turquoise, though without direct examination, it is difficult to confirm definitively if they are natural or composite/treated turquoise, or even a simulant like glass or enamel. Each gemstone is approximately 5-6mm in diameter, held securely in a bezel setting, which is a thin strip of metal encircling the edge of the stone to hold it in place. The metal band itself appears to be of a consistent width throughout, showing some minor surface wear consistent with age and use, visible as slight abrasions or faint scratches on the polished surface, particularly around the edges of the bypass. There are no readily visible maker's marks, hallmarks, or inscriptions in the image, suggesting they might be on the interior of the band or absent. The craftsmanship appears to be solid, with the settings securely holding the stones. The style of the ring, with its simple bypass design and cabochon stones, suggests it could date anywhere from the mid-20th century to contemporary, possibly with a nod to Art Deco or mid-century modern aesthetics.