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Mesmerizing Beauty - Vintage 14K White Gold Garnet & Diamond Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from 14K white gold, hallmarked 14K. Featuring one natural cushion cut fancy garnet, 34 natural round brilliant cut diamonds, classic styling, and quality craftsmanship. The mesmerizing focal point of this ring is expertly set with a beautiful rich red wine garnet surrounded by a sparkling diamond halo. The shoulders are also adorned with diamonds adding even more sparkle to the ring. The gallery exhibits beautiful pierce work, and the shoulders are substantial yet dainty. The shank is polished and smooth, which allows for a comfortable fit, and easy sizing. This Vintage ring looks stunning when worn, and ohhhh that garnet is so beautiful!
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The history of garnet dates back to the Bronze Age, more than 5000 years ago. Its name, which has been used since these ancient times, was derived from the Latin word granatium, which means pomegranate (because the small, red crystals were thought to resemble pomegranate seeds). ... Garnet on Asbestos.
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.
People most likely first discovered gold in streams and rivers all over the world with its beauty and luster catching the eye. ... A few centuries later, around 1200 BC, the Egyptians discovered they could alloy gold with other metals in order to make it stronger and give it different color pigments.
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 10.50 mm x 10.50 mm
Stone Size: Garnet 3.00 carats Diamonds .25 carats
Weight: 4.51 grams
Ring Size: 7
Condition: Excellent
Origin: America
Date: Circa 1990