“Sparkle” vermeil and quartz

Description

“Sparkle” vermeil and quartz”. Superb vermeil ring decorated with a cushion-sized quartz, with a crystal-like transparence. Vermeil hallmark, creative hallmark. Size 54. Weight: 7.1 g. This unique piece had a previous life in France.

The story: Quartz stones take their name from the ancient Greek krustallos which means ice, in reference to the belief that quartz is ice formed by the Gods. In Japan, we find a similar symbolism because rock crystals were considered the frozen breath of the white dragon, symbol of perfection.