$639.00
In the world of fine gemstones, few colors are as coveted — or as rare — as the deep blue-green of indicolite tourmaline. This extraordinary one-of-a-kind ring by celebrated jewelry artist Ran Armstrong showcases a luminous 4.25-carat indicolite tourmaline cabochon of exceptional depth and character — a gemstone that carries the color of a deep tropical ocean viewed through a cathedral of ancient forest, shifting between rich teal, electric blue, and forest green depending on the quality and angle of light.
The cabochon cut — the oldest and most noble of all gemstone cuts — forgoes faceting entirely in favor of a smooth, domed surface that draws the eye deep into the stone's interior, allowing indicolite's extraordinary color saturation and natural pleochroism to speak without interruption. At 15mm x 8mm and 4.25 carats, this is a stone of commanding presence and quiet, magnetic beauty.
The tourmaline is cradled in a hand-fabricated 14kt gold bezel setting — warm, refined, and architecturally precise — a frame of precious metal that honors the stone's organic silhouette while securing it with enduring elegance. Beneath it, a dramatically sculptural wide band of sterling silver unfolds with bold, architectural confidence, its artisanal form enriched by lavish 18kt gold accent details that catch the light with a warm, jewel-house luster. A masterful artisan patination deepens every contour and curve of the band's sculptural relief, imparting the kind of heirloom-quality depth and shadow that mass-produced jewelry can never replicate.
At 33mm across its widest point — tapering gracefully to 25mm at the sides and 10mm at the back — this band was professionally engineered to wear with effortless stability. No rolling, no shifting. Just confident, sculptural elegance from the first moment you slide it on.
Rare stone. Rare design. One ring. One owner.
✦ W H Y Y O U WI L L L O V E I T
• Genuine indicolite tourmaline — 4.25 carats of rare, coveted blue-green brilliance
• Cabochon cut — the most ancient and noble of all gemstone cuts, maximizing color depth and saturation
• Natural pleochroism — the stone shifts between blue, teal, and forest green in different light
• Exceptional gemstone dimensions: 15mm x 8mm — a true collector-grade center stone
• Handcrafted 14kt gold bezel setting — refined, secure, and enduring
• Wide sculptural sterling silver band with lavish 18kt gold accent detailing
• Artisan patination adds organic depth and heirloom-quality dimension
• Professionally engineered anti-roll wide band for effortless all-day comfort
• Fits ring size 9 comfortably — wide band sizing
• Signed original Ran Armstrong design — a genuine collector's piece
• One of a kind — once sold, this exact ring is gone forever
✦ A B O U T I N D I C O L I T E T O U R M A L I N E
Indicolite is the rarest and most prized color variety of tourmaline — a gem mineral celebrated by collectors and gemologists worldwide for its extraordinary range of color, natural pleochroism, and exceptional brilliance. The name derives from the Latin indicum, meaning indigo — a nod to the deep blue-green hues that define the finest specimens. Unlike blue topaz or aquamarine, which are relatively abundant, fine indicolite of rich, saturated color is genuinely scarce, commanding significant premiums in the collector market. Tourmaline is also an October birthstone, making this ring a deeply meaningful gift for those born in the tenth month.
✦ P E R F E C T F O R
• The serious gemstone collector who seeks only the rare and the exceptional
• Lovers of teal, blue-green, and ocean-colored gemstone jewelry
• A landmark October birthday gift — tourmaline is an official October birthstone
• A milestone anniversary, promotion, or celebration gift
• The fashion-forward wearer who demands jewelry that cannot be found anywhere else
• Anyone drawn to Art Nouveau, organic, and sculptural fine jewelry aesthetics
✦ A B O U T T H E D E S I G N E R
Ran Armstrong is a celebrated studio jewelry artist whose sculptural wide-band rings have earned a devoted following among fine jewelry collectors, gemstone connoisseurs, and fashion editors alike. Each piece is entirely handcrafted, individually signed, and released as a true original — never duplicated, never mass-produced. To own a Ran Armstrong ring is to own a piece of wearable art history.
✦ S T Y L E N O T E S
The rare blue-green of indicolite tourmaline is one of the most versatile and wearable gem colors in fine jewelry — equally at home with casual everyday dressing as with black-tie evening wear. The mixed-metal band bridges warm and cool tones effortlessly, complementing yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, and silver jewelry wardrobes with equal grace.
Wear it alone as a commanding centerpiece or layer it with simple stacking bands for a curated, editorial look that is entirely your own.
This is the ring that earns the compliment before you've even said a word. Add it to your collection — or place it in the hands of someone who deserves something genuinely, remarkably rare.
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