This ring is a fine example of the Arts and Crafts Movement in England, circa 1900. It is rendered in sterling, and has opals, emeralds and moonstones in a hand worked setting. The moonstones and opals are bezel set and cabachon cut. The emeralds are faceted and bezel set. The color play is beautiful and the gemstones reflect the choice of colors that were popular during the Arts and Crafts period. The materials used were not chosen for intrinsic value, but rather for color and self expression. ...click for details
This necklace is representative of the Arts and Crafts Movement. Termed a Movement, it was a move towards handcrafted works and individual artistic expression.
This necklace is very much like the work and style of Muhrle Bennett. It has a mark of 800 for silver and a touchmark which I cannot decipher. Each link has an amethyst set in bold prongs and set in hand hammered sections. The amethyst too are unusual in ...click for details
This beautiful moonstone ring is part of the
Arts and Crafts Movement, circa 1910. It is designed with a clear blue cabachon moonstone that is surrounded by faceted Bohemian garnets. The sheen seen on the moonstone is called adularescence and is found in quality stones.
The use of semi-precious stones was commonly used during this period, as importance was given to craftsmanship and design. Moonstones of t ...click for details
