Sparrow's Treasure - Estate 18K White Gold South Sea Saltwater Tahitian Cultured Black Pearl & Diamond Ring (ER373)

Sparrow's Treasure - Estate 18K White Gold South Sea Saltwater Tahitian Cultured Black Pearl & Diamond Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from 18K white gold, hallmarked 750 (European hallmark for 18K gold). The ring features one genuine cultured south sea black pearl, two round full cut diamonds, classic styling, and quality craftsmanship. The design of this ring is so beautiful with its elegant classic styling, which showcases a beautiful large black pearl enhanced by sparkling diamonds. The band on the ring is smooth and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This estate ring is elegant and eye-catching, truly a perfect gift or addition to any fine jewelry collection. 

Comments: Fantastic large round black pearl, set in an elegant simple classic design. 

Note: Appraisal included with the Ring. 

History: Pearls were presented as gifts to Chinese royalty as early as 2300 BC, while in ancient Rome, pearl jewellery was considered the ultimate status symbol. So precious were the spherical gems that in the 1st century BC, Julius Caesar passed a law limiting the wearing of pearls only to the ruling classes.

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.

The history or white gold dates back to 1710, when German alchemists proposed the theory of how it might be created. However, It wasn't until the 19th Century when manufacturers alloyed gold with palladium to create the white gold we know today.

Measurements: Face of Ring 9.75 mm x 9.75 mm

Stone Size: Pearl 9.75 mm x 9.75 mm 

Weight: 3.50 grams

Ring Size: 6 1/4

Condition: Excellent

Origin: Europe 

Date: Circa 1990