Vintage Sweet - Vintage 10K Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring (VR926)

Vintage Sweet - Vintage 10K Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring (VR926)

$595.00

Vintage Sweet - Vintage 10K Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring. This pretty ring is crafted from 10K yellow gold, hallmarked 10K. The ring features 5 natural round cut rubies, 4 natural round cut diamonds, classic styling, and quality craftsmanship. The galley on this ring is expertly set with beautiful red rubies, which are interspaced with sparkling diamonds. The ring has a smooth and polished band, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This vintage ring would make a unique wedding/anniversary ring, or a wonderful gift that can be worn alone or as a stacking piece.

History: Records suggest that rubies were traded along China's North Silk Road as early as 200 BC. Chinese noblemen adorned their armor with rubies because they believed the gem would grant protection. Burma has been a significant ruby source since at least 600 AD.

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.

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 17.50 mm x 3.00 mm

Stone Size: Ruby .25 carats Diamond .02 carats

Weight: 1.50 carats

Ring Size: 5 1/2

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America

Date: Circa 1980