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Vintage gold turtle-shaped ring with purple stones and clear CZ accents, polished finish.
Gold turtle ring with purple stones and CZ detailing worn on finger, size 6.
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Vintage gold turtle-shaped ring with purple stones and clear CZ accents, polished finish.
Gold turtle ring with purple stones and CZ detailing worn on finger, size 6.
Tri-colored gold turtle ring with multicolor inlay, purple center stones, and CZ details.
Gold turtle-shaped statement ring with red/purple stones, CZ borders, and engraved center.

C. 1980 Vintage 14kt Tri-Colored Gold Turtle Ring with CZs and Synthetic Rubies. Size 6

$3,595
C. 1980. A fascinating fusion of nature and religion, this charming 14kt yellow, white and rose gold turtle ring from our Estate collection …

Item 238021

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All weights and measurements are approximate. Most gemstones are treated to enhance their beauty and may require special care.

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Skilled Craftsmanship

The seam between alloy colors in a 14kt multitone piece is where execution is most visible. Precisely soldered and finished joins produce sharp, intentional color transitions; soft, blurred, or uneven transitions indicate inadequate finishing. Run a fingernail across the join. It should be clean and flush.

Myth & Meaning

The sea turtle jewelry motif carries symbolic weight that spans traditions. Longevity, protection, and wisdom are consistent meanings assigned to it across Pacific, Caribbean, and Native American design vocabularies, making it one of the more substantive choices when symbolism is part of what you're giving.

Elemental Detail

The difference between 18kt and 14kt in two-tone gold production is both visible and material. The higher gold content of 18kt alloys produces a deeper yellow and a brighter white, allowing the contrast between the two zones to read sharper than that of 14kt equivalents.

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