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Pink Serenade - Vintage 10K Rose & Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Pink CZ Ring. This lovely ring is crafted from 10K rose and yellow gold, hallmarked 10K and sterling sllver, hallmarked STER for sterling.  Featuring a pink cubic zirconia gemstone, exquisite detail, and quality craftsmanship.  The focus of the pretty ring is a beautiful pink cubic zirconia, which is expertly claw-set.  There is an exquisite foliage surround , which is engraved beautifully. The shoulders have a carved decoration, which add interest and character to the ring. This Vintage beauty exudes femininity, it would make a unique engagement ring, gift or addition to any jewelry collection.

The natural form of cubic zirconia is zirconium oxide, which is yellow in appearance. It was first discovered in 1892, but the mineral wasn't considered to be of any value. Sometime in the early 1930s, interest in the mineral was revived as scientists conducted experiments that included melting the ore.

Cubic zirconia is a simulated , man-made gemstone that first came onto the market in the late 1970s. At the time, no one had seen anything like it before. Here was a gem that looked reminiscent of diamonds.

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.

Rose gold was first used in early 19th century Russia by the famed jeweler Carl Faberge in his infamous Faberge Eggs, as was known as Russian Gold. Rose gold later gained popularity in the United Stated during the lavish and feminine 1920's, and was worn in engagement rings and fine jewelry.

Silver's history is long. The first evidence of silver mining dates back to 3000 B.C., in Turkey and Greece, according to the RSC. Ancient people even figured out how to refine silver. They heated the silver ore and blew air over it, a process called cupellation.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 15.00 mm x 8.00 mm 

Stone Size: Cubic Zirconia .65 carats 

Weight: 3.50 grams 

Ring Size: 6 1/2 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America    Provenance : Canada 

Date: Circa 1960