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Find Out MoreArt Deco Gold, Spinel and Rose Cut Diamond Wrap Around Ring
№ 111S
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This red spinelFrequently called "Balas Ruby", a term derived from Badakshan, the name of the district in Afghanistan which is said to have been the source of the finest stones in mediaeval times. Spinels are often mistaken for rubies, perhaps the most famous of these is the "Black Prince"s Ruby" in the Imperial State Crown which is actually a red spinel and the "Timur Rub... More and diamondA precious, lustrous gemstone made of highly compressed carbon. Diamonds are one of the hardest materials known to mankind. Colours of diamonds range from colourless, yellow, orange and brown to almost black. Natural coloured (or ‘fancy’) diamonds can be extremely rare. The cut, colour, clarity and carat weight of a diamond are the criteria jewellers use... More Art DecoA movement within the arts between the two Great Wars (1920-1935) across Europe and the US, characterized by its clean, geometric designs. The aesthetic was intended to celebrate an age of progress and the modernity of the machine. More ring combines quirky design and variation in cut to make this an interesting and unusual piece. At first glance, it appears to be two stacked rings, with its cross-over split shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. More set along half its length with a row of rose-cuts diamonds, and a pinkish-red spinel and a small cushion cutA square or rectangular cut stone with rounded corners. Also called Antique Cut. More diamond at the centre of each row. You could say you are getting two for the price of one! The pairing of a red stone and diamond has been used for centuries as a symbol of enduring love and passion, making this a perfect and original engagement ring.
The spinel, very similar in appearance to the rubyOne of the most valuable gemstones on earth. From the corundum family, the red variety being ruby and the blue, sapphire. With the exception of the diamond, corundum is the hardest of the gemstones on the Mohs scale scoring a 9. More and often mistaken for it, can be the better option as they tend to be cleaner stones. This example is no exception.
The DetailsEssentials
Item Number:
№ 111S
Measurements:
Gemstone measurements: the oval cut spinel approximately 0.35 cts 3.7 x 4.7 mm.
Total diamond weight approcimately 0.32 cts.
Total diamond weight approcimately 0.32 cts.
Place of Origin:
Possibly Austria
Discovered:
5 years ago
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Minor fault to a crown facet on the spinel
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