Description
Key Characteristics
- Micro-mosaic Technique: The intricate floral design is created using tiny, hand-cut pieces of colored glass or enamel, known as tesserae. From a distance, the design resembles a miniature painting.
- Origin: This type of jewelry is a signature style of Italian craftsmanship, with the Florence region being a major center for production. Pieces from the mid-20th century, to which this ring likely belongs, often used slightly larger tesserae and brass metal settings.
- Design: The ring features a heart shape with a braided or twisted metal border, and the mosaic depicts a small bouquet of yellow and white flowers with a central red element on a white background.
- Collectability: These pieces are still highly collectible and valued for their intricate, handmade artistry.
