Sea Mist - Vintage Platinum Aquamarine & Diamond Ring (VR796)

Sea Mist - Vintage Platinum Aquamarine & Diamond Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from platinum, hallmarked 900 PL, and a makers mark B.D. Featuring one natural oval cut faceted aquamarine, six natural round brilliant cut diamonds, vintage classic style, and high quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring showcases a pale medium blue radiant aquamarine, displaying a slightly greenish blue hue. The aquamarine is adorned by sparkling diamonds on each side of the ethereal gem. The icy coolness of the platinum is pure perfection with the cool blue color of the aquamarine. The gallery features filigree, which adds a light and airy feeling to the ring. However the ring is sturdy and substantial for everyday wear. This vintage ring would make a  unique engagement, anniversary or just because ring ... simply because it's just so beautiful!

Note: Appraisal included with the ring. 

History: Roman fishermen called the gemstone “water of the sea” and used it as protection, for safe travel by boat, and for luck in catching fish. Aquamarine was linked to the apostle St. Thomas who frequently traveled by boat. 

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.

White gold was invented in the 19th century by alloying gold with palladium. It became commercially available as of 1912 in Pforzheim, Germany and gained popularity in the mid-1920's as a low-cost substitute for platinum. It is an alloy of gold with copper, zinc, and nickel.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 11.50 mm x 11.50 mm 

Stone Size: Aquamarine 2.85 carats   Diamond .08 carats 

Weight: 4.25 grams 

Ring Size: 6 1/2

Condition: Excellent   Note: Pristine 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1960