Vintage Artisan Large Natural Peridot Shield Sterling Silver Ring

The Story and the Stone This magnificent "shield" or navette-style cocktail ring is a verdant masterpiece, featuring a massive cluster of natural peridot. Peridot is one of the few gemstones that occurs in only one color: olive-green. Often called the "Evening Emerald," it was prized by Ancient Egyptians who believed it glowed in the dark and protected its wearer from the terrors of the night. The ring is architectural in its design, measuring a bold 2 inches in length. It features a central round peridot surrounded by a sunburst of pear and marquise-cut stones, all secured in individual oxidized sterling silver bezels. The "shield" shape was traditionally worn as a talisman of protection and strength. At 12.7 grams, this isn't just a ring—it's a heavy-duty piece of wearable art that pays homage to the lush, volcanic origins of the stone, which is often found in the sands of green beaches. • Weight: 12.7g • Size: 8 • Dimensions: Face measures 2" L x 1" W. • Metal: 925 Sterling Silver