Vintage Smoky Quartz Ring: 5 Carat round mid century style thick yellow gold

Sophisticated vintage mid century style large solitaire ring! Featuring a medium deep brown 11mm round cut Smoky Quartz, set in 14K solid yellow gold. Marked 585 and acid tested as solid 14K gold. This ring is between a size 5.5 and 5.75 This ring weighs 4.02g This ring measures 11mm from the front; and 3mm from the back of the band. Vintage condition: Good (minor wear on the band/setting; some oxidation on the setting/band; some very minor wear on the stone). Smoky quartz presents a magnetic allure for vintage jewelry aficionados, boasting a unique blend of earthy elegance and timeless charm. This gemstone, characterized by its warm, smoky brown hues, is prized for its transparency and depth of color, adding a touch of sophistication. Smoky quartz gets its distinctive color from exposure to natural radiation in the Earth's crust, resulting in a gemstone that exudes a natural beauty and intriguing geological history that appeals to collectors and lovers of vintage jewelry.