Crimson Must Haves - Vintage 14K Gold Natural Ruby Stud Earrings (VE474)
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Crimson Must Haves - Vintage 14K Gold Natural Ruby Stud Earrings. These lovely earrings are crafted from 14K yellow gold, hallmarked 14k. Featuring genuine round cut faceted rubies, classic styling and quality gold work. The expertly claw-set rubies exhibit a beautiful vibrant red colour, displaying reddish/pinkish hues. The earrings are for pieced ears, featuring posts and secure butterfly backs. These vintage earrings are classic and timeless, truly a perfect gift or addition to any jewelry collection.
Note: Lovely classic design, and beautiful high quality earth mined rubies.
Ruby is one of the most historically significant coloured stones. ... In the first century AD, the Roman scholar Pliny included rubies in his Natural History, describing their hardness and density. Ancient Hindus believed that those who offered fine rubies to the god Krishna were granted rebirth as emperors.
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: 3.50 mm
Stone Size: Ruby .30 carats
Weight: .60 grams
Condition: Excellent
Origin: America
Date: Circa 1980