Opaque Enamel Ring rd LENGTH: 42 (FULL) LINKS 19

LENGTH: 42 (FULL) LINKS 19 “

Charming pullover from Escada

1940s but with a 20s flapper nod

green and white piped stripes and buttons

Lens width: 1 1/2 inch

Opaque Enamel Ring rd LENGTH: 42 (FULL) LINKS 19This antique cloisson ring is a rare find: it features a highly unusual chevron pattern, with an inverted scallop shape. It was made in the early 20th Century, most likely in China. To appreciate the craftsmanship of this ring, one needs to understand the process of making cloisson. Derived from the French word cloison (meaning "to separate") in this process fine metals are soldered to create an outline of the desired pattern. These compartments are