27th Jun, 2023 10:00
Fine Jewellery and Watches
198
An 18ct gold lapis lazuli and diamond ring, attributed to John Donald
An 18ct gold lapis lazuli and diamond ring, attributed to John Donald,
the head of the ring formed from a lapis lazuli bead with an applied gold moon, representing the midnight sky, that revolves to reveal a white gold pavé diamond set day. A flat gold bezel, hand engraved to read 'Night and Day You Are The One', to a pierced molten effect collet, shoulders and shank, London 1979. Interior support shank later fitted.
Commissioned as a gift for his wife, by a personal friend of John Donald, and believed to be one of John Donald's favourite designs. The ring also appears on page 186 of John Donald’s book ‘Precious Statements’ (published 2015).
Finger size S
Buying this gemstone ring at auction could save up to 0.42 tonnes of CO2e compared to buying new.
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Sold for £2,800
Condition Report
Later interior support shank fitted. Finger size up to S.
Recesses to shank slightly dirty.
Minor marks and scratches.
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Auction: Fine Jewellery and Watches, 27th Jun, 2023
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