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Spring Blossom - Vintage 18K Gold Natural Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring. This exquisite ring is crafted from 18K yellow gold, hallmarked 18K.  Featuring one natural round cut emerald, 8 natural round full cut diamonds, classic styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring showcases an expertly claw-set vibrant green emerald, displaying greenish/bluish hues. The precious emerald has a wonderful bright sparkling diamond surround, which enhances the vibrant green emerald perfectly. The band is tapered, and dainty, yet solid and substantial. This vintage ring would make a unique engagement ring, gift, or addition to your vintage jewelry collection. 

Note: Appraisal included with the Ring. 

History: Emerald gemstones were mined in Egypt as early as 330 BC, but some estimate that the oldest emeralds are 2.97 billion years old. Cleopatra is perhaps the most famous historical figure to cherish emerald gemstones. She even claimed ownership of all emerald mines in Egypt during her reign.

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 ring 12.00 mm x 10.00

Stone Size: Emerald .20 carats    Diamonds .36 carats 

Weight: 2.20 grams 

Ring Size: 6 3/4

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America  

Date: Circa 1960