Art Deco designers were enamored with the architecture of the ancient world. The step-pyramids of Mexico or the ziggurats of Mesopotamia were reinterpreted as the tops of skyscrapers, and sometimes in miniature as rings. Here diamond-studded steps lead up to a lush emerald, mesmerizing as the magic jewels of the ancients.

Art Deco platinum, emerald and diamond ring. Approx. 0.74 carat emerald cut emerald. Five single cut diamonds are bead set in a step down design. c.1930-1940.

Size 5.25, this ring can be resized.