Star Attraction - Vintage Platinum Natural Ceylon Star Sapphire & Diamond Pendant & 14K White Gold Chain (VP194)

Star Attraction - Vintage Platinum Natural Ceylon Star Sapphire & Diamond Pendant & 14k White Gold Chain. This exquisite pendant is crafted from platinum, hallmarked Pt 900 for platinum. The pendant features one natural cabochon blue star sapphire, 12 natural baguette diamonds, 12 natural full cut diamonds, classic vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this pendant is expertly claw-set with a beautiful sky blue star sapphire, displaying bluish/grayish/violet hues and a wonderful well-centered white star. The precious star sapphire is surrounded by sparkling clear diamonds. The bale has a fluted design, which works well with the sapphire. The pendant is matched up to a 14K white gold chain, which features a lobster-claw clasp in perfect working order. This vintage beauty looks stunning when worn, truly a perfect gift or addition to any fine jewelry collection.  

Note: Appraisal included with the pendant & chain. Appraised at $3200.00 plus tax =$3360.00 

History: Star sapphires have a long and fascinating history of being highly coveted and prized as very special and unique gemstones. Their special feature called asterism, a natural phenomenon, lends an added mystical element, and many throughout time have felt a special connection to these precious stones.    

The earliest diamonds were found in India in 4th century BC, although the youngest of these deposits were formed 900 million years ago. A majority of these early stones were transported along the network of trade routes that connected India and China, commonly known as the Silk Road.

The name is derived from the Spanish platina, meaning "silver." Platinum was discovered in South America independently by Antonio de Ulloa in 1735 and by N. Wood in 1741, but it had been in use by pre-Columbian Indians natives. 

Platinum is 30 times more rare than gold. If all the platinum ever mined were melted and poured into an Olympic-sized pool, the platinum would barely reach your ankles. Gold, however, would fill three pools.

Although the origin of white color gold dates back to 1710, where it was discovered by two alchemists in Germany, it wasn't used widely until much later. White gold as we know it today was really popularised in the 1920s. Although it might seem strange, this luxury material came to popularity in wartime.

Measurements: Pendant (Including bale) 21.00 mm x 14.00 mm 

Stone Size: Ceylon Star Sapphire 2.39 carat     Diamonds .32 carats 

Weight: Pendant & Chain 5.00 grams 

Condition: Excellent    Note: Pristine 

Origin: America     Chain: Italy 

Date: Circa 1980