Description
What a joy and a scarce thing indeed- an Instone parure after one of his own sketches. (the sketch is not included). This set consists of a matching ring, earrings and statement brooch. As you can see from the images it is exceptionally eye catching. I believe that Bernard used foiled rose quartz stones to get that sumptuous blue colour on the main stones. In some lights the reflective quality from the foiling is captivating.
The ring is large and impressive-the only one I have come across in this design. It is one of the finer quality rings created by Bernard. Signed “SILVER B.I”. It has the three stones nestled among large and sweeping hand-tooled leaves. The main foiled rose quartz, is highlighted by an amethyst and a small rock crystal. The oval face of the ring sits on a well crafted gallery and fits the finger well, as it is ergonomically shaped.
The sweeping leaves on each shoulder are wonderful and I also love the more intricate and used on this ring too. It is a substantial ring. It currently has a gold ring sizer fitted (easy to remove) to make it an approx UK size N (US 6.75) although it would obviously be larger if the gold sizer was removed.
The brooch is fabulous and is signed too – a statement piece at approx 5.5cm by 3cm. Some patina which would polish if you preferred.
The earrings, in this design too -I have never come across before. They have clips, which still function well.
An amazingly attractive parure with bold pieces you could combine to wear together to punctuate your outfit, or else wear separately, as each has a gravitas of design- able to stand on its own. Most likely the only complete set of its kind, as designed by Bernard himself.
I shall post by special delivery within the UK or else by express courier internationally. Please note the ring box in the images is not included, however I will send in a box to protect the piece. Thank you.
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