Bottega Veneta “Sfera” Rotating Yellow Diamond Sphere Ring Circa 2010

This is a bold and highly sculptural ring by Bottega Veneta and is part of their fine jewelry collection. It centers on an oversized rotating sphere densely pave-set with round yellow diamonds. The sphere is suspended between the shoulders of the shank allowing the globe to turn freely within its mounting, introducing an unexpected element of movement and tactility to an otherwise monumental form. 

The sphere is framed by a substantial 18k yellow-gold shank worked with Bottega Veneta’s signature intrecciato-inspired woven texture, creating a particularly effective dialogue between the House’s leather-working heritage and fine jewelry. The warm, matte-textured gold complements the variegated golden tones of the diamonds; the hundreds of yellow diamonds are closely set in rows resembling an ethereal mesh reminiscent of Bottega’s fashion designs. The kinetic construction transforms the jewel from a static cocktail ring to a playful, highly engineered object

• 2.5 inches high
• One inch wide at widest point 
• Approximately 5.5 carats of fancy yellow diamonds
• Signed 750 BV (for Bottega Veneta) with Swiss hallmarks
• Weighs 16.8 grams
• Accompanied by original Bottega Veneta box