A Timeless Classic - Vintage European 19K White Gold Natural Diamond Wedding Band Ring (VR1045)

A Timeless Classic - Vintage European 19K White Gold Natural Diamond Wedding Band Ring. This ring is crafted from 19K white gold, hallmarked 19K. The ring features 100 natural full cut round brilliant diamonds, vintage classic era styling, and quality craftsmanship. This ring is comprised of a wonderful high polished centre, and expertly bead-set sparkling diamonds , which can be seen face-up and on the profile of the ring. This ring has been designed in a clever way because of a plain polished segment on the back, which allows for the ring to be sized. This vintage ring is classic, and timeless, truly a perfect wedding band to be cherished a lifetime. 

Comments: Gorgeous unique design. 

Note: Appraisal included with the ring. Appraised at $2800.00 (Tax Excluded) 

History: 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.

19K gold is a very uncommon alloy. It is also a fairly high karat (gold purity). 19K gold is primarily used in Portuguese jewelry,  where it is the standard for 19.2 kt (karat) gold. It is also used for vintage and antique jewelry and is a higher-purity option for modern jewelry, though it is not common in mass production. The higher gold content gives it a richer yellow colour and increased malleability, making it a durable choice for fine jewelry like rings, bracelets, and pendants. 

Measurements:  Ring (width) 4.00 mm 

Stone Size: Diamond .50 carats   Clarity SI1    Colour G 

Weight: 3.97 grams 

Ring Size 7

Condition: Excellent   

Origin: Europe   (Most likely Portugal) 

Date: Circa 1990