Men's Gold-Tone Ring with Oval Tiger's Eye Cabochon

The item is a men's signet-style ring, likely crafted from gold or a gold-tone metal, given its warm, yellowish hue. It features a prominent oval-shaped cabochon gemstone set centrally within a bezel or semi-bezel setting. The gemstone exhibits a strong chatoyancy effect, characteristic of a tiger's eye, with a distinctive light band or 'eye' that shifts as light reflects across its surface. The color of the stone is a rich golden-brown to golden-yellow. The ring's shank appears solid and relatively thick, consistent with a masculine design often found in signet rings. The shoulders of the ring leading up to the bezel setting are broad and show a brushed or matte finish, with some visible wear and minor scratches, indicative of regular use. There are no immediately visible engravings, hallmarks, or manufacturer's marks from the provided image. The overall construction appears robust, suggesting good craftsmanship, although without closer inspection of the reverse side or interior, specific manufacturing details are limited. The condition of the ring shows expected signs of wear for a piece of its type, including surface abrasions on the metal band. The gemstone itself appears largely intact and smooth, with the optical phenomenon of chatoyancy well-preserved. There are no obvious chips or cracks visible on the stone. Based on its style, particularly the broad shoulders and cabochon tiger's eye, it could be estimated to date from the mid-20th century to late 20th century, possibly 1960s to 1980s, when such designs were popular for men's jewelry. The quality of the tiger's eye, as indicated by the clear 'eye' effect, is a positive attribute.