Beautiful Sterling & Amber Cabochon Ring

Jewelry : Vintage : Ring

 

Beautiful sterling and amber cabochon ring. Nice center bezel set amber cabochon surrounded in rope style trim for a simple yet dramatic effect. Open Y shape side to solid back band size 6 ½. Marked inside .925 front measures 7/8 by 5/8”. The stone passed the following two simple tests : Static test This is the simplest and safest test. Amber is warm to the touch and when rubbed, it will become electrostatically charged and will attract lint/dust particles. This is what the ancient Greeks discovered and named it "electron", which is where we get the term "electricity". Solvent test The immature resin copal, and plastic fake amber will deteriorate when in contact with a solvent. Plastics are quickly attacked by alcohol (95% ethyl alcohol), acetone (100%), and ether. A few drops of acetone (fingernail polish remover) or alcohol dripped over the surface of the piece will reveal if it holds up to the solvent. If the surface becomes tacky, it's not amber. Amber will not feel tacky or dissolve under these solvents. If a purchase is made and you feel the piece is not amber your money will be gladly refunded. • For optimal picture viewing just click on the picture then click larger views-to view all my wonderful vintage pieces just click Shop Home at the left hand menu bar. If you have an minute and like your jewelry with a distinct one of a kind flair, please stop by and visit my Artisan Jewelry shop Jazzitup Designs by clicking the link at the top of my home page. Specializing in imaginative hand crafted pieces, designed for all tastes and pocketbooks.

Item ID: 2043

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