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Ceylon Sky  - Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond & Lavender Ceylon Sapphire Ring. These exquisite ring is crafted from 18K white gold, hallmarked 18K.  Featuring 2 natural Old European cut diamonds,  one natural fancy square cut sapphire, Art Deco styling, and quality gold - work.  This dream ring houses a beautiful Ceylon lavender blue sapphire, flanked by two sparkling diamonds.  The shoulders of the ring exhibit exquisite filigree work, leading down to a smooth polished shank, which allows for a comfortable fit.  This Art Deco era beauty is so unique, truly such a wonderful piece of jewelry to cherished for many years to come.

Note: Appraisal accompanies the ring. Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the antiquity value. The value is based on gemstones, gold purity, rarity, desirability, condition,  and is more so object driven.

The Art Deco period encompasses the 1920s and 1930s. The style began to emerge around 1915, just after WW1 when there was a huge amount of optimism in the air. The dates for Art Deco jewelry also extend from 1960s when there was an Art Deco revival which has continued until the present day.

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.Antique Cut Diamonds exhibit a beautiful gentle soft glow, as appose to modern diamonds which display a blinding sparkle. These diamonds are high quality considering this is an antique ring. A rare find. 

In 1953, GIA formally created its diamond grading system, known as the 4 C's. The 4 Cs of diamond quality are the universally recognized diamond grading system still to be used today.  1n 1955, GIA presented its first diamond grading reports, which became the hallmark of grading reports in the diamond industry. Before this time in antiquity clients did not care about diamond grading. It was based more so on the size of the diamonds ( according to budget) , style, and sentiment.  This ring is a wonderful example of the Victorian era. A true beauty. 

Sri Lanka, known as Ceylon prior to 1972, is the origin of the oldest sapphire mines in the world. According to historical accounts, Ceylon was already known for sapphires by the 2nd century A.D. and there was an active international trade in Ceylon gems by the 4th and 5th century.

Comments: Stunning unique design with wonderful Old European cut diamonds and a breathtaking violet sapphire. 

 

Measurements: Face of the ring 15.00 mm  x 12.00 mm 

Stone Size: Diamonds .20 carats   Ceylon Lavender Sapphire: .52 carats 

Weight: 3.40 grams 

Ring Size: 6 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America   Provenance: America (private estate) 

Date: 1920s 

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