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Ocean Starlight - Vintage 9K Gold Natural Sapphire & Diamond Ring. This lovely ring is crafted from 9K, a makers mark J.H. and a Birmingham assay, a D letter mark for 1978.  and an inventory number 9758. Featuring a natural oval cut faceted blue sapphire, 8 natural single cut diamonds, Art Deco styling, and quality craftsmanship.  The decorative gallery is expertly bezel set with a beautiful dark blue sapphire, which has a scalloped diamond surround. The sapphire is a medium dark blue, displaying a violet/blue hue. The diamonds enhance the dark sapphire perfectly, and add a touch of sparkle.  The gallery is crafted in white gold, yet the band is made in yellow gold, which adds a perfect contrast from the precious metals. The shoulders of the ring have a slight taper and raised detail, which adds interest and character to the piece. The shank is smooth and polished. which allows for a comfortable fit, and easy sizing. This Vintage beauty is in the Art Deco style, and exudes elegance and charm. It would make a perfect engagement ring, 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.

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 12.00 mm x 11.00 mm 

Stone Size: Sapphire .55 carats    Diamonds .12 carats 

Weight: 3.18 grams 

Ring Size: 7 1/2 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: England, Birmingham 

Date: Date letter for 1978