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An 18ct gold and gem-set 'Crown' ring by John Donald, 1974, of textured abstract design,...
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An 18ct gold and gem-set ‘Crown’ ring by John Donald, 1974, of textured abstract design, the pierced mount with open circular bezel issuing triangular-cut citrines and diamonds, maker’s mark ‘JAD’, London hallmark, ring size I½.
£3,000-£4,000
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John Donald studied metalwork at the Royal College of Art in London, where he became firm friends with fellow students Robert Welch and Gerald Benney. He set up as a jeweller, becoming part of a select group of British London-based designers and jewellers who revolutionised jewellery in the swinging 1960s and 70s. He went on to establish a highly successful business in London and Geneva, gaining an international reputation, his patrons including HRH Princess Margaret.
John Donald's 'crown' rings from the 1970s were the results of his experimentation with molten gold in water, which imitated the striations formed in natural minerals. He then mounted precious stones or crystals on wires at different levels within the crown.
Condition Report
General light surface wear commensurate with age and use. The citrines well matched and with very good transparency. The diamonds bright. Sizing seam observed to the slightly oval band; thus ring size approximate. Gross weight 12.6gm.
£3,000-£4,000
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John Donald studied metalwork at the Royal College of Art in London, where he became firm friends with fellow students Robert Welch and Gerald Benney. He set up as a jeweller, becoming part of a select group of British London-based designers and jewellers who revolutionised jewellery in the swinging 1960s and 70s. He went on to establish a highly successful business in London and Geneva, gaining an international reputation, his patrons including HRH Princess Margaret.
John Donald's 'crown' rings from the 1970s were the results of his experimentation with molten gold in water, which imitated the striations formed in natural minerals. He then mounted precious stones or crystals on wires at different levels within the crown.
Condition Report
General light surface wear commensurate with age and use. The citrines well matched and with very good transparency. The diamonds bright. Sizing seam observed to the slightly oval band; thus ring size approximate. Gross weight 12.6gm.
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An 18ct gold and gem-set ‘Crown’ ring by John Donald, 1974, of textured abstract design, the pierced mount with open circular bezel issuing triangular-cut citrines and diamonds, maker’s mark ‘JAD’, London hallmark, ring size I½.
£3,000-£4,000
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John Donald studied metalwork at the Royal College of Art in London, where he became firm friends with fellow students Robert Welch and Gerald Benney. He set up as a jeweller, becoming part of a select group of British London-based designers and jewellers who revolutionised jewellery in the swinging 1960s and 70s. He went on to establish a highly successful business in London and Geneva, gaining an international reputation, his patrons including HRH Princess Margaret.
John Donald's 'crown' rings from the 1970s were the results of his experimentation with molten gold in water, which imitated the striations formed in natural minerals. He then mounted precious stones or crystals on wires at different levels within the crown.
Condition Report
General light surface wear commensurate with age and use. The citrines well matched and with very good transparency. The diamonds bright. Sizing seam observed to the slightly oval band; thus ring size approximate. Gross weight 12.6gm.
£3,000-£4,000
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John Donald studied metalwork at the Royal College of Art in London, where he became firm friends with fellow students Robert Welch and Gerald Benney. He set up as a jeweller, becoming part of a select group of British London-based designers and jewellers who revolutionised jewellery in the swinging 1960s and 70s. He went on to establish a highly successful business in London and Geneva, gaining an international reputation, his patrons including HRH Princess Margaret.
John Donald's 'crown' rings from the 1970s were the results of his experimentation with molten gold in water, which imitated the striations formed in natural minerals. He then mounted precious stones or crystals on wires at different levels within the crown.
Condition Report
General light surface wear commensurate with age and use. The citrines well matched and with very good transparency. The diamonds bright. Sizing seam observed to the slightly oval band; thus ring size approximate. Gross weight 12.6gm.
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