{"product_id":"vintage-italian-18k-two-tone-gold-ruby-mens-statement-ring-11-7g-size-9-25","title":"Vintage Italian 18K Two-Tone Gold \u0026 Ruby Men's Statement Ring, 11.7g - Size 9","description":"\u003cdiv\u003ea magnificent vintage mid-century men's statement ring, masterfully handcrafted in Italy between 1944 and 1968. This heavy-gauge estate piece features an impressive presence on the finger at a \u003cstrong\u003esize 9\u003c\/strong\u003e, weighing a substantial \u003cstrong\u003e11.7 grams of solid 18K gold\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ring showcases an exquisite late mid-century design, characterized by heavy, stepped vertical ridges cascading down the shoulders into a textured nugget-style shank. The top face measures \u003cstrong\u003ea bold 14.5 mm in width\u003c\/strong\u003e, sporting a textured radiant-cut border. At the center sits a vibrant red \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eruby\u003c\/span\u003e stone, star-set within a contrasting white gold or rhodium illusion plate, topped with a delicate accent pointer setting.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial and Authenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe metal composition has been verified by both an RF test and the official Italian legal registry stamps inside the band. The interior is clearly hallmarked with\u003cstrong\u003e 750 (signifying 18K purity)\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside the regional maker mark 40 VA. The lack of the post-1968 five-pointed star certifies this as \u003cstrong\u003ea highly collectible pre-1968 Italian workshop piece from the Varese province\u003c\/strong\u003e. The center gemstone has been verified using a Presidium Gem Tester II, testing firmly in the \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eruby\u003c\/span\u003e\/sapphire crystalline range and ruling out glass alternatives.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis ring possesses a beautiful, original antique gold finish with a rich historical patina that beautifully highlights the intricate mid-century texturing. To preserve the integrity and value of this estate piece, it has not been heavily machine-polished. The structure is incredibly solid, and the setting remains firm.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"768808","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50983089602779,"sku":"1645514033971","price":2185.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/9812\/3369\/files\/photo-2026-10-29T155759.395.jpg?v=1793303937","url":"https:\/\/goodmansantiques.com\/products\/vintage-italian-18k-two-tone-gold-ruby-mens-statement-ring-11-7g-size-9-25","provider":"Goodman's Antiques \u0026 Estate Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}