Deep Sky - Vintage 14K Gold Natural Sapphire & Diamond Pendant & Chain (VP201)

Deep Sky - Vintage 14K Gold Natural Sapphire & Diamond Pendant & Chain.  This classic pendant is crafted from 14K yellow gold, hallmarked 14K, and a makers mark JWD. The chain is crafted from 14K yellow gold, hallmarked 14K, and Italy. The pendant  features one natural oval cut faceted sapphire, 3 natural single cut diamonds, classic styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this pendant is expertly claw-set set with beautiful indigo blue sapphire, displaying bluish/violet hues. The precious sapphire is enhanced by sparkling diamonds. The chain is belcher vintage pendant is classic and versatile enough for everyday wear. 

Note: Appraisal included with the pendant.   

History: The celestial blue color of this gemstone symbolized heaven and attracted divine favor and wise judgment. Greeks wore sapphire for guidance when seeking answers from the oracle. Buddhists believed that it brought spiritual enlightenment, and Hindus used it during worship.

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: Pendant 18.50 mm  x 6.50 mm      Chain: 18" - 20" (Adjustable)

Stone Size: Sapphire 1.69 carats     Diamonds .06 carats 

Weight: 2.70 grams 

Condition: Very Good   Note: Some age related scratches to sapphire seen under magnification. The wear does not take away from the beauty of the piece. 

Origin: Pendant: Canada      Chain: Italy 

Date: Circa 1980