Warm Wishes - Vintage 10K Gold Natural Garnet & Diamond Cluster Ring (VR968)

Warm Wishes - Vintage 10K Gold Natural Garnet & Diamond Cluster Ring. This lovely ring is crafted from 10K yellow and white gold, hallmarked 10K. The ring features one natural oval faceted garnet gemstone, 12 natural round cut diamonds, vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is expertly set with a beautiful garnet , displaying orangey/reddish hues. The fiery garnet is adorned with sparkling clear diamonds, which add contrast and beauty to the piece. The shoulders are tapered, and the band polished and smooth, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This vintage ring would make a perfect gift for that special someone, or a wonderful addition to any jewelry collection. 

History: The history of garnet dates back to the Bronze Age, more than 5000 years ago. Its name, which has been used since these ancient times, was derived from the Latin word granatium, which means pomegranate (because the small, red crystals were thought to resemble pomegranate seeds).

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: 10.00 mm x 9.50 mm 

Stone Size: Garnet .16 carats     Diamonds .12 carats 

Weight: 1.90 grams 

Ring Size: 8

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1980