A whimsical and beautifully crafted vintage bee ring by Herbert Rosenthal, showcasing the designer’s distinctive approach to nature-inspired jewelry. The dimensional bee is rendered in richly textured 18K yellow gold, accented with polished white gold details and an exuberant combination of diamonds and deep red rubies.
The body and wings are artfully set with 20 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.10 carats total, their bright scintillation contrasting beautifully against 18 round brilliant-cut treated rubies weighing approximately 0.95 carat total. The layered, sculptural design gives the bee wonderful dimension, with intricate gold work adding to its vintage character and charm.
A particularly collectible example of Rosenthal’s whimsical jewelry, this ring combines fine gemstone craftsmanship with a playful naturalistic motif, making it an exceptional statement piece for the collector of signed vintage jewels.
Stamp: (HR maker's mark) 18K
Metal: 18K yellow and white gold
Ring size: 5 3/4
Gross weight: 15.00 grams
Diamond Characteristics (insofar as the mounting permits):
Color: G-H
Clarity: VS1-VS2