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Indigo Halo - Vintage 10K Gold Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from 10K yellow and white gold, hallmarked 10K . Featuring one natural oval cut faceted sapphire, 6 natural round cut diamonds, classic styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery is expertly claw - set with a beautiful blue sapphire displaying a bluish violet hue, surrounded by 6 bright white sparkling diamonds. The shoulders are slightly tapered, leading down to a smooth and polished shank, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This Vintage classic design would make a perfect gift or addition to any fine jewelry collection.
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.
In ancient Greece and Rome, kings and queens were convinced that blue sapphires protected their owners from envy and harm. ... During the Middle Ages, the clergy wore blue sapphires to symbolize Heaven, and ordinary folks thought the gem attracted heavenly blessings.
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 Ring 8.50 mm x 7.00 mm
Stone Size: Sapphire .20 carats Diamonds .12 carats
Weight: 1.60 grams
Ring Size: 7
Condition: Excellent
Origin: America
Date: 1980s