Arts & Crafts jewelry is often seen as being a separate style from that of Art Nouveau. Both were contemporaneous and promoted the use of designs based on examples such as floral, primitive or Celtic forms.

The real difference between the two is in realization that Arts & Crafts was more of a movement than style; in a sense it represented a philosophy that was a reaction to the modern industrial age that was engulfing society. Craftsmanship was prized often with hand-made creations, with inspiration coming from natural and organic forms.

This unmistakably gorgeous 14k yellow gold Arts & Crafts ring has been set with a deep and resonant round cut and faceted sapphire of .80 carats. While lush cobalt blue, it retains subtle highlights, firmly placing it in the blue family (not inky or black).

A simple mille grain collet or bezel setting transitions to leaves and branches of 14k yellow gold that seem to envelope the gemstone in a leafy overgrown garden.