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Vintage Elegance - Vintage 10K Natural Black Alaskan Diamond Hematite Marquise Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from 10K yellow gold, hallmarked 10K inside the band, and a makers mark A&A. Featuring a natural faceted marquise shaped hematite black alaskan diamond gemstone, vintage era styling, and quality craftsmanship. The expertly claw-set hematite is charcoal grey in colour. It is polished shiny and beautiful. The elegant gemstone is surrounded by detailed sculpted gallery and substantial claws. The shank is polished and smooth which allows for a comfortable fit, and easy sizing. The vintage era ring is elegant, sleek and so couture, truly a perfect gift or addition to any fine jewelry collection.

History: Hematite (Black Alaskan Diamond) residues are also found in graves from 80,000 years ago. Near Rydno in Poland and Lovas in Hungary red chalk mines have been found that are from 5000 BC, belonging to the Linear Pottery culture at the Upper Rhine.

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.

Measurements: Face of ring 17.00 mm x 8.50 mm

Stone Size: Hematite 15.00 mm x 7.00 mm

Weight: 2.90 grams

Ring Size: 5 3/4

Condition: Excellent

Origin: Canada

Date: Cira 1960