English Rose - Vintage 9K Gold Natural Pink Tourmaline, Aquamarine & Diamond Ring (VR1165)

English Rose - Vintage 9K Gold Natural Pink Tourmaline, Aquamarine & Diamond  Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from 9K yellow, and white gold, hallmarked 375 (British hallmark for 9K gold) Birmingham assay, and a makers mark Gs. The ring features one natural oval cut faceted tourmaline, 4 natural round cut aquamarines, 6 natural round brilliant cut diamonds, vintage classic styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring showcases an expertly claw-set pink tourmaline, displaying pinkish/brownish hues. The tourmaline is enhanced by sky blue aquamarine gemstones, and a sparkling diamonds, which off-sets the tourmaline beautifully. The band is dainty, yet substantial for daily wear. The shank is smooth, and polished, which allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing. This gorgeous estate ring looks stunning when worn, truly a wonderful addition to any fine jewelry collection. 

Note: Appraisal included with the Ring. Appraised at $3800.00  (Tax Excluded) 

History: The first discoveries of pink tourmaline were in in Maine in 1822. The Maine deposits usually produced crystals in raspberry pink-red, as well as minty greens. One of the earliest reports of pink tourmaline found in California was in 1890 by Charles Russell Orcutt.

Pink tourmaline can be found throughout the world. Rich deposits have been mined in the United States, Brazil, Nigeria, Mozambique, Madagascar, Afghanistan, and Namibia. The finest quality stones are found in the Muzo mines of Brazil and in Namibia. Namibian pink tourmaline has a very intense color.

 Roman fishermen called the gemstone “water of the sea” and used it as protection, for safe travel by boat, and for luck in catching fish. Aquamarine was linked to the apostle St. Thomas who frequently traveled by boat. 

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.

White gold was invented in the 19th century by alloying gold with palladium. It became commercially available as of 1912 in Pforzheim, Germany and gained popularity in the mid-1920's as a low-cost substitute for platinum. It is an alloy of gold with copper, zinc, and nickel.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 12.50 mm x 10.00 mm 

Stone Size: Pink Tourmaline 2.50 carats   Aquamarine .16 carats    Diamonds: .03 carats 

Weight: 2.56 grams 

Ring Size: 6 3/4 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: England, Birmingham 

Date: Circa 1980