Golden Blossom - Vintage Art Deco Revival 10K Gold Diamond Flower Engagement Ring (VR904)

Golden Blossom - Vintage Art Deco Revival 10K Gold Diamond Flower Engagement Ring. This exquisite ring is crafted from yellow and white gold, hallmarked 10K. The ring features one natural round brilliant cut diamond, 4 natural round cut diamonds, Art Deco Revival styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is expertly set with a beautiful sparkling diamond in a yellow gold blossom setting. The centre diamond is enhanced by decorative white gold shoulders, which is adorned by two glittering diamonds on each side of the blossom. The band is crafted in yellow gold, which is smooth and polished, allowing for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. The two toned colored gold on this ring gives the piece contrast and a uniqueness, adding beauty and an artistic element to the ring which is so attractive and captivating. This vintage ring is dainty, yet still substantial for daily wear, truly a lovely engagement ring for that special someone. 

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.

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: Face of the Ring 13.50 mm x 5.50 mm 

Stone Size: Diamond .07 carats 

Weight: 2.50 grams 

Ring Size: 7 1/2 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1980