A striking and highly original vintage cocktail ring, fully hallmarked for 1974, beautifully modelled as a sculptural bird’s nest in rich yellow gold.
At its centre sit three luminous pearl “eggs,” each with a soft, creamy lustre, nestled among intricate textured gold. Between them, vivid raspberry-pink rubies add delicate flashes of colour, creating a wonderful contrast against the warm gold tones.
The nest itself is wonderfully expressive—formed from heavily textured, nugget-like gold that rises in clustered, organic towers. The result is a bold, almost brutalist design that feels both artistic and luxurious, with a confident presence on the hand.
This is a true statement piece—unusual, eye-catching, and unmistakably 1970s in spirit.
DETAILS:
METAL: 9ct yellow gold
GEMSTONE: 3 saltwater cultured pearls, 4mm diameter. 3 pink rubies 1.5mm diameter, Presidium tested
RING SIZE: UK P, US 7-1/4 (a medium to large finger size). Sizing is available for an additional fee
MEASUREMENTS: face measures 14mm diameter, the ring stands 12mm off the finger. Band 2.4mm wide
HALLMARKS: '9-375' for 9ct gold, 'anchor' for Birmingham, date letter 'Z' for 1974 and makers mark 'ML'
WEIGHT: 4.5 grams
DATE: dated 1974, mid-century
CONDITION: in excellent vintage condition showing minimal wear and no noted flaws
At Mercy Madge we offer quality antique and vintage jewellery sourced in Great Britain. All of our pieces are professionally cleaned and polished so they are ready to wear and enjoy or give as a gift.
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* All gemstones have been tested and verified using a Presidium Gemstone Tester. All measurements and carat weights given are approximations.
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