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Charming - Estate 10K Gold Diamond Heart Charm Ring. This sweet ring is crafted from from 10K yellow & white Gold, hallmarked 10K and JLX. Featuring four natural single cut diamonds, Victorian Revival styling, and quality craftsmanship. This darling ring is made in the form of a 'V', which is set with three sparkling diamonds. There is also a little heart, which dangles from the ring. The gallery is made from white gold, and the band is crafted from yellow gold. The combination of the buttery yellow gold, and silvery white gold adds a lovely contrast to the piece. The shank is smooth and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit, and easy sizing. This Vintage ring would make a perfect gift or addition to any jewelry collection. Such a charming piece!
History: 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 13.00 mm x 4.50 mm
Stone Size: Diamond .05 carats
Weight: 1.10 grams
Ring Size: 7 1/4
Condition: Excellent
Origin: Canada
Date: 21st Century