Marquise Sophistication - Vintage 14K Gold Natural Diamond Cluster Ring (VR977)

Marquise Sophistication - Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Cluster Ring. This elegant ring is crafted from 14K yellow and white gold, tested and confirmed. The ring features 23 natural round full cut diamonds, vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is expertly claw-set with beautiful sparkling diamonds, which are designed in an elegant marquise shaped setting. The band is wide, tapered, smooth and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This gorgeous vintage ring would make a wonderful addition to any fine jewelry collection. 

Note: Appraisal included with the ring.  

History: 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.

White gold is believed to have originated in the early 19th century. At that time, jewelers were looking for a way to create a metal that had the appearance of platinum but was more affordable. They experimented with various alloys, including mixing gold with nickel, silver, and palladium.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 18.50 mm x 9.00 mm 

Stone Size: Diamond .50 carat 

Weight: 6.20 grams 

Ring Size: 7 1/2

Condition: Excellent

Origin: Canada 

Date: Circa 1970