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Ruby Radiance- Vintage Platinum Natural Ruby & Diamond Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted from platinum, hallmarked 900 Platinum. Featuring a natural oval cut faceted ruby, two baguette diamonds, 12 natural round brilliant diamonds, vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery is set with the most beautiful vibrant red ruby, displaying a purplish/red hue, which has a sparkling diamond surround. The gallery is intricate and beautifully designed, whilst the shoulders display a dimensional simpler design.  The shank is smooth and polished , which allows for a comfortable fit.  The ring is dainty, yet substantial and solid, which is perfect for everyday wear. This Vintage ring looks stunning when worn, it truly would make a unique engagement ring, gift, or a wonderful addition to your fine jewelry collection. 

Note: Appraisal included with the ring. Appraised at $4300.00 (Tax Excluded)

Comments: Wonderful detail, and a beautiful vibrant red ruby. Very pretty ring. 

Delicate and unique, ballerina rings are cluster rings designed to look like the tutus worn by ballerinas. Distinctive and indicative of their era, ballerina rings are decadent and elegant – and indeed a statement piece. They are still widely made and often feature in estate and antique jewellery sales due to their overwhelming popularity. Ballerina rings are a staple for any vintage jewellery collector.

Diamond History 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. 

In ancient India, ruby was called the “king of precious stones” for its rarity, hardness (second only to diamond), beauty and seemingly mystical powers. ... Medieval Europeans maintained that rubies bestowed health, wisdom, wealth and success in love.

Although the modern history of platinum only begins in the 18th century, platinum has been found in objects dating from 700 BC, in particular the famous Casket of Thebes (see image). ... The Spanish called this metal Platina, a diminutive of Plata, the Spanish word for silver.

Measurements: Face of the ring 11.50 mm x 9.50 mm 

Stone Size: Ruby .43 carats    Diamond .18 carats 

Weight: 5.22 grams 

Ring Size: 5 1/2 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1960