Murano Millefiori "Tree Of Life" Ring 3/4 Inch

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 GA_MUR18R_1
This stylish Murano ring features a splash of hand-selected Millefiori glass mosaics which are fused together by a Murano Glass master to form an amazing pattern. The unique beauty of this Murano Glass ring comes from the use of centuries-old Millefiori technique that made Murano glass makers famous around the world. With its simple form and gorgeous colors, this Venetian ring will add a classic artistic accent to any clothing style. Pair it with a Millefiori pendant from our Classic Millefiori collection for a perfectly coordinated look.

The central bead on the ring is 3/4 inches in diameter. The ring band is silver-plated and adjustable to fit any finger size. The Murano glass ring comes with an attractive velvet pouch and a certificate of authenticity.

Because each item is a unique work of art made by hand, slight variations of colors and patterns are possible.

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The technique of fusing together small colored fragments of glass dates all the way back to Ancient Egypt and Rome. After the fall of Rome, having been lost for centuries, this intricate technique was reinvented by Murano glass masters in the 15th century, and given new life and worldwide fame. While this technique is called "Murrine" on Murano island, outside of Venice it was dubbed "Millefiori", or "a thousand flowers" for its resemblance to a blossoming meadow.
A Millefiori design starts with the rods of different colors, each made by stretching a blob of glass into a cane. These canes are then cut into small segments, and the segments are carefully arranged by hand into a pattern that fits within a desired shape. Finally, the resulting arrangement is put into a special furnace where the tiny glass pieces are carefully fused together in high heat, and then gradually cooled off. This is how Murano masters create their famous Millefiori pendants, earrings, cufflinks, pill boxes, paperweights and many other beautiful and unique Millefiori jewelry pieces that are instantly recognized and valued for their artistic appeal and fine craftsmanship. Enjoy your Murano Glass jewelry creation, knowing that it was carefully handmade by talented Murano Glass artisans in Venice, Italy.