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Celestial Blue - Vintage 9K Gold Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring. This wonderful ring is crafted from 9K yellow and white gold, hallmarked 375, for 9K gold, Birmingham anchor assay, and a makers. G&J. Featuring one natural oval cut faceted Ceylon sapphire, 20 natural round cut diamonds, classic styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gorgeous ring is expertly claw- set with a beautiful Ceylon blue sapphire, displaying a bluish/violet hue, which is surrounded by a sparkling diamond halo. The shoulders are also adorned by diamonds, adding detail and beauty to the ring. The band tapers down to a smooth and polished shank, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This Vintage ring would make a perfect gift or addition to any fine jewelry collection.

Note: Appraisal Included with the ring. 

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: Face of the Ring 14.00 mm x 10.00 mm 

Stone Size: Sapphire .65 carats    Diamonds .25 carats 

Weight: 1.75 grams 

Ring Size: 5

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: England, Birmingham 

Date: Circa 1980