Vintage Mid-Century 18ct Gold Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring

An impressive Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring from the mid 20th century, c1960! Beautifully hand made in 18ct yellow and white gold, this unique ring features a natural 2.16 carat Ceylon sapphire surrounded by a semi-circle of five dazzling graduated diamonds totalling 1.80 carats. The faceted round cut sapphire displays a lovely bright mid blue colour with subtle mauve overtone indicative of Ceylon type material. The various round brilliant cut and early brilliant cut diamonds graduate from 0.25 carats smallest to 0.62 carats largest. Each stone is set in white gold four-claw settings with the diamonds slightly tapered in height and interspaced on a knife-edge open spiral design around the central sapphire. A nice sturdy 4mm wide shank which forms into crossover shoulders (one side upswept forming the spiral design) makes up the rest of the ring. Stamped 'IW' (or similar) and '18CT' denoting 18ct gold.

Finger size of the ring measures P (Aus/UK) 8 (USA).

Upon purchase, the vintage ring would be accompanied by a photographic valuation certificate for insurances purposes, carried out independently by a registered NCJV/FGAA valuer. *The current insurance replacement value of the ring is $16,210 AUD.

A sensational ring on the finger- sure to receive complements whilst wearing!

SPECIFICS

ERA: Mid-century, c1960

MATERIAL: 18ct yellow and white gold

GEMSTONE: One Natural SAPPHIRE Ceylonese type, measuring approx 6.11mm x 6.29mm, 6.50 deep (very deep stone) faceted round cut of subtle mauve mid blue colour and SI clarity, 2.16 carats estimated weight of the sapphire.
Five natural DIAMONDS of round brilliant cut and two early brilliant cut, varying in size from 4.02mm to 5.38mm diameter, qualities from G to K colour range and VS1 to P1 clarity range, 1.80 carats total estimated weight of the diamonds.
*Gemstones assessed by a FGAA Gemmologist/NCJV Valuer with professional gemmological equipment

STAMP: "750" and another possible 'IW' or similar

WEIGHT: 9.05 grams

SIZE: P (Aus/UK) 8 (USA)

CONDITION: The vintage ring presents in excellent condition. Besides normal surface wear, there is no damage to the ring or stones, which all appear secure in their settings. Some light wear can be seen under magnification to the sapphire which is typical for the age. A gorgeous vintage ring!

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SHIPPING:

INTERNATIONAL PURCHASES* typically have a worldwide discounted flat rate of AUD $15 (sent Australia Post and currently taking around 2 weeks), OR you can upgrade to Express DHL (5 business days) please let us know on the order page so we can amend the invoice. Sent with tracking and insurance inclusive, within 1-2 working days of payment.

WITHIN AUSTRALIA* all purchases are sent FREE OF CHARGE, delivered by Australia Post with tracking and insurance. Sent within 1-2 working days of receiving your payment.

Please note* any duties imposed by countries for importing our items are the buyer's responsibility.

RETURNS:

We will happily accept returns for any reason, please notify us within 1-4 days of receiving your purchase. Alternatively, you have 30 days from the date your order was dispatched, for an exchange, to the same value or above as the original selection.

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