Ruby Rapture - Vintage 14K White Gold Ruby & Diamond Bespoke Ring (VR725)

Ruby Rapture - Vintage 14K White Gold Ruby & Diamond Bespoke Ring. This stunning ring is crafted from 14K white gold, hallmarked 14K, and a makers mark PALAGI. Featuring a natural oval cut faceted natural fine ruby, 13 natural round brilliant cut diamonds, classic styling, and high quality craftsmanship. This bespoke ring showcases a solid and simple gallery, which is adorned with a beautiful expertly bezel - set vibrant red ruby, displaying a pinkish/red hue. The precious ruby is enhanced with high quality sparkling diamonds. The band on this ring is substantial and wide, which allows the ring to have a modernistic feel, yet still classic. This Vintage ring would make the most unique engagement, or anniversary ring. Truly, such a wonderful piece for any fine jewelry collection. 

Comments. Very high quality ring. Fine high quality rubies, such as this example, are a rarity. 

Note: Appraisal included with the ring. 

History: Records suggest that rubies were traded along China's North Silk Road as early as 200 BC. Chinese noblemen adorned their armor with rubies because they believed the gem would grant protection. Burma has been a significant ruby source since at least 600 AD.

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 14.00 mm x 12.50 mm 

Stone Size: Ruby 1.10 carats    Diamonds: .40 carats 

Weight: 6.04 grams 

Ring Size: 7

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: Canada 

Date: Circa 1990