An approximately 5 carat oval cabochon moonstone measuring 12 x 10mm is set at center in a 14K white gold vintage cocktail ring with 7 round aquamarine accent stones, weighing 4.40 grams with a 12 x 20mm ring face. Size 6.75, adjustable.
Product Specifications:
- Item Type: Vintage Cocktail Ring
- Metal: 14K White Gold
- Ring Face Dimensions: 12 x 20mm
- Size: 6.75 (adjustable)
- Total Weight: 4.40 grams
Center Stone Details:
- Gemstone: Moonstone
- Approximate Carat Weight: 5 carats
- Cut: Oval cabochon
- Color: White to blue adularescence
- Dimensions: 12 x 10mm
- Setting: Prong or bezel (center)
Accent Stone Details:
- Type: Aquamarine
- Cut: Round
- Quantity: 7 stones
- Color: Light blue
- Setting: Surrounding center moonstone
About The Setting
The 14K white gold mounting provides a cool, neutral backdrop that enhances both the ethereal adularescence of the moonstone and the soft blue clarity of the surrounding aquamarine accents — a color pairing that is both sophisticated and harmonious, the two gemstones occupying adjacent positions on the blue-to-white spectrum. The seven round aquamarines create a halo or cluster surround around the center cabochon, framing the moonstone's glowing surface with the light, crystalline blue of the aquamarine. The ring face measures 12 x 20mm, giving the piece a substantial cocktail presence on the finger while remaining refined and wearable as an everyday piece or evening jewel.
About The Stones
The 5 carat oval moonstone cabochon is the defining feature of this ring — moonstone's most prized quality is its adularescence, the phenomenon in which light scatters across the stone's internal lamellar structure to produce a floating, luminous blue glow that appears to move as the viewing angle changes, making the stone look alive and almost otherworldly. The cabochon cut is the only format in which this adularescent phenomenon can be properly appreciated — faceting would break the light effect into competing reflections and eliminate the smooth, glowing visual that makes moonstone so captivating. The 7 round aquamarines surrounding the center stone bring their own cool, transparent blue to the composition, providing a faceted, sparkling contrast to the soft, smooth surface of the cabochon center that makes both stones appear more beautiful through their juxtaposition.