Liberty & Co. 1978 Massive Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 126.80 Cts Red Coral

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Liberty & Co. 1978 Massive Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 126.80 Cts Red Coral

About the Item

Coral cocktail ring designed by Liberty & Co. A superlative statement cocktail ring, created in London England by the iconic jewelry store of Liberty & Company, back in 1978. This oversized ring is gorgeous and was designed with a massive look. It was carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with polished finish and embellished with a fabulous carved cabochon coral from the coasts of Sardinia in southern Italy. About This Mediterranean Sardinian Coral The carved coral displayed in this piece is magnificent, from the Sardinian region in southern Italy. The carving display exceptional salmon red saturation, with even color and unspotted surfaces. Red corals like this are branch-forming coral species found in the Mediterranean Sea close to Sardinia and is one of the most valuable of all precious corals. Coral: Mount in a bezel setting, with 1 bold round cabochon cut (33 x 33 x 16 mm) carved from natural Sardinian salmon-red coral of about 126.80 carats. Birthstone: Coral for the month of April. Weight: 55.20 Grams, (35.38 Dwt). Size: 8 sizeable. Measurements: 35 mm by 35 mm (1.38 x 1.38 Inches) and raise 22 mm over the finger Hallmarks: Stamped with British mark; the mark for the city of London, the maker's mark Ly&Co. associated to Liberty & Co., the letter D for the year 1978 and the mark for the assay of the gold 18kt gold. Liberty & Co. They are an English jeweler company founded in 1876 and is still in business. They were famous for popularizing the Arts and Crafts style. In 1876, A.L. Liberty opened a shop that sold exclusively “exotic” objects from India, Japan, and other parts of the East. The inventory attracted artsy types, and the store prospered. In 1890, Liberty opened a Paris branch. In 1899, the firm presented a line of Celtic-revival “Cymric” jewellery to the public. Designed by artists with ties to the Arts and Crafts movement like Archibald Knox and Arthur Gaskin, the “Cymric” jewels were not handmade specimens; they were mass-produced. The pieces were therefore affordable. Because of this, as one jewellery historian put it, “Liberty & Co. had the merit of bringing ‘art jewels’ to the public at large, combining the design ideal of the Arts and Crafts movement with high-quality mass production, thus producing beautiful and fashionable jewels which were at the same time affordable. Both at home and abroad, Liberty successfully marketed the jewels, making his company’s name synonymous with the Arts and Crafts style. The jewels were mostly produced in silver and featured hand-hammered surfaces. Semi-precious stones like blister pearls and citrines, as well as brightly colored enamels, embellished them. The pieces often featured whiplash lines, flowers, and vines, or Celtic knots as well as geometric and linear interlacing. (Lang antiques with thanks). Collateral: This ring is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box. Condition: The overall condition of this ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The coral is secured in the setting. This ring has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity. INVENTORY REF: R040824TNNM/1.326 TFJ/GIN

Creator:
Liberty & Co.
Ring Size:
8 US, Resizable
Metal:
Gold,18k Gold,Yellow Gold
Stone:
Coral
Stone Cut:
Cabochon
Weight:
55.2 g
Style:
Modernist
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
1970-1979
Date of Manufacture:
1978
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The coral is secured in the setting. This ring has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.
Seller Location:
Miami, FL
Reference Number:
Seller: R040824TNNM/1.326 1stDibs: LU2690222623652

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Liberty & Co.

Long before Liberty became one of London’s most iconic luxury department stores, shoppers of the late 19th century knew it as Liberty & Co. — purveyors of fine silverware designed in the Art Nouveau style, Arts and Crafts-style furniture and an eclectic assortment of ornaments, fabrics, fashion and other goods from around the world.

British merchant Arthur Lasenby Liberty founded Liberty & Co. in 1875. Liberty dreamed of selling an assortment of fine wares he obtained in the Far East from a ship docked in the middle of one of London’s busiest shopping thoroughfares. However, he could only manage to borrow £2,000 from his father-in-law, so he settled for a small shop on Regent Street.

What began as a modest business grew exponentially over the next few years, and, by 1890, Liberty & Co. occupied most of Regent Street. Meanwhile, Liberty forged relationships with many British Art Nouveau artists and designers who were keen to work with one of the most prestigious retailers in London.

In 1899, Liberty & Co. hosted an exhibition showcasing a collection of silver pieces designed by notable silversmiths like Oliver Barker, Albert Edward Jones and Bernard Cuzner. A line of silverware called Cymric also debuted and was produced in partnership with silversmith W. H. Haseler of Birmingham and Liberty & Co.’s chief designer, Manx artist Archibald Knox. The innovative Cymric collection featured a blend of Art Nouveau with traditional Celtic style, including such pieces as candlesticks, spoons, bowls, tableware and jewelry.

Liberty & Co. also had a furniture workshop in Archway, London, run by Lawrence Turner and which employed carpenters to produce handcrafted, Arts and Crafts-style armchairs, stools, bookcases, cabinets, side tables and other furniture. Most of these high-quality and durable pieces were made of solid wood such as oak, mahogany and walnut. In addition to their own in-house creations, Liberty & Co. also sold furniture by other designers, including chairs by German architect Richard Riemerschmid.

Liberty died in 1917, and Liberty & Co. became Liberty of London after relocating to their iconic location on Great Marlborough Street in 1924. Ironically, the imposing Tudor Revival building is constructed from the timbers of two decommissioned British Navy ships — realizing Liberty’s original “ship-store” dream.

On 1stDibs, discover a range of antique and vintage Liberty & Co. serveware, seating and decorative objects.