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Marquise Kiss - Vintage English 9K Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring. This unique ring is crafted from 9K gold, hallmarked and confirmed. The ring features one natural oval faceted ruby, 2 natural round cut faceted rubies, six natural round full cut diamonds, vintage Victorian Revival styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring is marquise shaped and adorned by red rubies, displaying reddish/pinkish hues, and sparkling clear diamonds. The profile of the gallery exhibits some pretty pierce-work, adding even more detail and character to the piece. The upper shoulders are sculpted, which leads to a polished and smooth shank. This allows for a comfortable fit and easy sizing.  This vintage ring looks gorgeous when worn, so unique and elegant. 

Note: Appraisal included with the ring. 

History: Rubies have been particularly prized in Asian countries. Records suggest that rubies were traded along China's North Silk Road as early as 200 BC. Chinese noblemen adorned their armor with rubies because they believed the gem would grant protection. Burma has been a significant ruby source since at least 600 AD.

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.

In France during the eighteenth century, King Luis XV ordered that a diamond be cut in such a way that would resemble the lips of Marquise de Pompadour who was his lover. The cut that came from this demand has come to be called the Marquise cut. Jewellers sometimes refer to this cut as a Navette cut.

Measurements: Face of the Ring 18.00 mm x 8.00 mm 

Stone Size: Ruby .49 carats   Diamond .06 carats   

Weight: 3.04 grams

Ring Size: 6 1/2

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: England

Date: Circa 1970