Topaz - Silver

Blue Topaz Ring – Polaris – The Sacred Guide - 925 Silver. A silver ring set with a luminous blue topaz, catching the glow of the North Star to adorn your presence with a blue radiance. At the apex of the nocturnal vault, the North Star watches as the balancing point around which the constellations unfold their eternal round. Witness to the centuries, this star guides the gaze of men in the face of the world’s silent immensities. Legend says the blue topaz was born from the breath of Arctic winds upon contact with the first light of dawn, retaining in its crystalline matter the clear color of celestial heights. This creation of precious artistry holds onto this spark of dawn, offering beholden eyes the mystical beauty of a star frozen in time. Size: 56, 17, 7 3/4. Height: 1.1 cm. Outer width: 2.2 cm. Total length: 2.7 cm. 925 stamped silver. 3.8 g. History & Symbolism: The Cynosure Star (The Heritage of Ancient Astronomers) In Ptolemy’s Alexandrian astronomy, the North Star bore the name Cynosure, denoting the point toward which observers of the sky directed their attention. This ancient term gave birth to the word for the center of attraction. This star represented the axis of cosmic harmony, a precious reference point for mapping the movement of celestial bodies. The Azure Topaz (The Ornament of Conventional Tales) In the Middle Ages, religious art jewelers reserved blue topaz for vessels of contemplation and sacred reliquaries. Its color evoked the purity of the firmament and the integrity of spoken promises. It was worn by scholars during the proclamation of oaths to seal loyalty to commitments. The Guide of the Seas (The Memory of Phoenician Navigators) Long before modern instruments appeared, Phoenician and Mediterranean navigators crossed the waves, observing the height of the North Star above the horizon. This guardian star was their living compass, the only fixed reference amid turbulent seas. This tradition made the star a historic symbol of discernment to stay the course through the unknown. Images were taken under LED lighting using specialized photography equipment in order to accurately reproduce the details, reliefs, and nuances of the item. Some precious and semi-precious stones may be subjected to traditional treatments intended to enhance their color or transparency. No specific gemological examination was performed on this piece. Shipping: Each item is carefully prepared, securely protected, and shipped in a tracked package to ensure safe transport. ✦✦✦ COLLECTOR ADVANTAGE: GROUP YOUR PURCHASES ✦✦✦ Have you spotted multiple items in this sale? Take the opportunity to gather your acquisitions. To benefit from a single shipment and a single shipping fee, simply wait for all your auctions to close before proceeding to checkout. The Catawiki platform will automatically group your purchases onto a single invoice. One order, one package, one shipping fee for your selection of treasures. ✦✦✦ RECEIVING YOUR TREASURE ✦✦✦ Before finalizing your payment, please check the information on your Catawiki profile. The address provided will be automatically used to print the shipping label. A few moments of verification help ensure delivery of your new treasure in the best possible conditions.

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