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Sea Mist - Vintage Platinum Aquamarine & Diamond Cluster Ring. This stunning ring is crafted from platinum, hallmarked Pt 900 for platinum. Featuring one natural aquamarine oval cut faceted gemstone, 26 natural round brilliant diamonds, vintage styling, and high quality craftsmanship. The gorgeous ring showcases a beautiful expertly claw-set ethereal seawater blue aquamarine, with a greenish/blue hue. The aquamarine is adorned by a halo of sparkling diamonds, which enhance the aquamarine beautifully. The precious gemstones are set in one of the rarest metals in the world, investment worthy platinum. The silvery color of the platinum works beautifully with the aquamarine and diamonds. The shoulders have a slight taper, and a smooth and polished finish, which allows for a comfortable fit , and easy sizing. This vintage beauty, would make a unique engagement ring, gift, or addition to any fine jewelry collection. 

Note: Appraisal included with the ring. Appraised at $5000.00  Also a Laboratory report included from Japan. Valued at $500.00 (Included with the ring) Total value: $5500.00  See below for translation to English. 

History: In the language of gemstones, aquamarine represents happiness, hope and everlasting youth. In ancient times, aquamarine was thought to protect those at sea. It was believed to make sailors fearless and safe from adversaries on the open waters.

Although it's named for the color of the sea (Aquamarine means water blue), Aquamarine was first discovered in modernity far from the sea in Siberia. The year was 1723, and by the end of the 18th century, large deposits were being mined and sent to Western Europe.

The aquamarine crystal is thought to help wearers better and more holistically heal from emotional trauma through cooling tempers and conflict. Other benefits of wearing aquamarine include stress relief, helping suppressed emotions resurface and instilling a sense of peace.

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.

Diamonds are associated with strength, love and health. As we have uncovered, throughout history, diamonds have been worn by leaders or power figures to symbolise strength and invincibility. Diamonds have also been associated with good health and represent long life and good heart health.

Platinum was discovered by South American peoples who produced artifacts of a white gold-platinum alloy. The first written account of platinum was from Julius C Scaliger in 1557. He describes it as a strange metal found in mines between Panama and Mexico and wrote that no fire or any of the Spanish arts could melt it.

Laboratory Report English Translation: 

Appearance: Seawater Blue Transparent , Glass Glossy Finish. 

Cutting Style: Oval Mixed Cut 

Weight: Engraved 

Size: 5.95 carats  .35 carats 

Refractive Index: Spot Method 

Optic Character: Birefringence 

Specific Gravity: Not Measurable due to set stones

Pleochroism: Recognized

Magnification: Able to recognize natural features 

Fluorescence: None 

Absorption Spectrum: Space (margin)

Addition Test: X Ray Transmission recognized. 

Conclusion: Natural aquamarine and the side stones are recognized as natural diamonds. 

Measurements: Face of the Ring 17.50 mm x 15.50 mm 

Stone Size: Aquamarine 5.95 carats   Diamonds .35 carats 

Weight: 7.86 grams 

Ring Size: 7

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: Europe     Laboratory Report: Japan

Date: Circa 1980