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Timeless - Vintage 18k Gold Ruby & diamond ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from 18k solid yellow gold, hallmarked 18K, and a makers mark J.W.D. Featuring a genuine round cut faceted ruby with a purplish/red hue, 2 natural round cut diamonds and quality craftsmanship.  The beautiful rich ruby is flanked by two claw-set bright white round-cut diamonds. The gallery is unique, displaying overlapping ribbons of gold. The shank is smooth, polished, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This beautiful Vinatge ring is classic and timeless, and exudes an ancient feel , truly a wonderful vintage piece to be enjoyed for many years to come.

Note: Appraisal included with the ring. Appraised at $1600   Comments: The ring is a high quality handmade ring. Beautiful vibrant fine ruby. 

Ruby is one of the most historically significant colored stones. ... In the first century AD, the Roman scholar Pliny included rubies in his Natural History, describing their hardness and density. Ancient Hindus believed that those who offered fine rubies to the god Krishna were granted rebirth as emperors.

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.

History. Gold has been known since prehistoric times and was one of the first metals to be worked, mainly because it was to be found as nuggets or as particles in the beds of streams. Such was the demand that by 2000 BC the Egyptians began mining gold.

Measurements: Face of Ring 12.00 mm x 6.00 mm 

Stone Size: Ruby  .23 carats     Diamond .05 carat 

Weight: 2.62 grams

Ring Size: 6 3/4

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1980