Garnet Glow - Vintage 10K Garnet Crystal & White Topaz Ring (VR606)

Garnet Glow - Vintage 10K Garnet Crystal & White Topaz Ring.  This unique ring is crafted from 10K yellow gold, hallmarked 10K.  Featuring an oval cut faceted garnet crystal gem , 2 genuine round cut faceted white topaz, classic styling, and quality craftsmanship.  The gallery is expertly claw -set with a beautiful red wine coloured crystal, displaying a purplish orange hue. The crystal is flanked by a clear white topaz on each side of the gem, which off-sets the red gem perfectly. The shoulders of the ring are unique, featuring a raised split design with texturing on the one side.  There is a raised detail at the end of the shoulders, which leads down to a polished and smooth shank, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This Vintage ring has an ancient feel, so unique and beautiful! 

Rhinestones which are also known as diamantes or paste date back as far as the thirteenth century where they were first made from Czechoslovakian or Bohemian hand blown glass. The term rhinestone came along later, when rock crystals were discovered in and around the shores of the river Rhine in Austria.Apr 12, 2011

The Romans associated their god of the sun, “Jupiter,” with the stone. ... However, topaz is most well-known for its said ability to enhance creativity and personal success of its wearer. It has also been said that topaz was one of the stones in the breastplate of the high priest in the Bible.

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 10.00 x 6.50 mm 

Stone Size: Garnet Crystal 4.00 mm x 3.00 mm     Topaz .08 carats 

Weight: 2.10 grams 

Ring Size: 7 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1980