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Pink Ice - Vintage Gold PinK CZ Pear Shaped Solitaire Ring. This lovely is ring is crafted from 10K yellow gold, hallmarked 417 for 10K gold, and a makers mark KB. Featuring a pear shaped faceted cubic zirconia gemstone, and classic vintage styling.  The gallery on this ring showcases a beautiful pink cubic zirconia gemstone, displaying pinkish/orangey hues. The pink ice gemstone was made to simulate a priceless pink diamond. The shoulders of the ring are engraved with double lines on each side, which adds detail to the ring. The shank is polished and smooth, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This pretty vintage ring would make a unique engagement ring, or addition to your vintage jewelry collection.

History: Cubic zirconia was first discovered by German mineralogists in 1937. The gemstone was dismissed for years until it was rediscovered by Soviet-era scientists. It was hoped that the stone could be used as a diamond-like, indestructible substance. There were also theories that it may be used in place of rubies in lasers.

Cubic zirconia was reinvented in Russia in the 1970s, as a diamond alternative for use in laser technology. Later, the jewelry industry starty using CZ because of its sparkle and brilliance that is similar to diamonds. Now, CZ is used in almost all kinds of jewelry – necklace, rings, engagement rings, earrings and more.

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 13.00 mm x 9.50 mm 

Stone Size: 4.00 carats 

Weight: 3.30 grams 

Ring Size: 9 3/4 

Condition: Good    Note: Very Small chip on the CZ (Seen with magnification) and some age related wear, which does not take away from the beauty of the ring. 

Origin: America 

Date: 1980s