BEAUTIFUL VICTORIAN TURQUOISE AND DIAMOND 18 CARAT GOLD RING

BEAUTIFUL VICTORIAN TURQUOISE AND DIAMOND 18 CARAT GOLD RING

Item Code: AJR088
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In fantastic condition a lovely Heirloom quality Turquoise and Diamond ring a truly sweet delight.

The ring has five very well matched Turquoises cut in oval cabochons, held together by discreet claws and have no discoloration.

These beautiful Turquoises are accentuated by two old hand cut rose cut sparkling Diamonds, totaling 0.10 carats.

The scroll carving in the mount is fine, crisp and clear and in great condition.

A beautiful Victorian half carved hoop ring with fine carving is in excellent condition.

Date and Origin: Circa: 1870 England

Turquoise, is one of the earliest gemstones to be mined, starting 3,000 years ago in Persia (now Iran) and is formed from formed from hydrated Copper Aluminum Phosphate.

It was revered for its protection and healing properties to the wearer for those that believed.

It was the talisman of kings, shamans and warriors.

Originally mined from Persia, it is getting scarcer and scarcer to mine it from there and now the bulk source of supply comes from other countries such as Russia, USA, Afghanistan and Australia to name a few.

It is a strong opaque stone which is smooth to the touch.

The name "Turquoise" is derived from the French, "pierre turquoise" meaning Turkish stone.

Turquoise is prized as a symbol of wisdom, nobility, power, immortality and luck and this was especially believed by some of the ancient civilizations such as the ancient Egyptians, Persians, Chinese, Aztecs and Incas.

Some believe that Turquoise is a universal stone that makes the wearer one with the universe and because of its ability to change colours, it was often used in prophesies.

In today's world, for those who believe, Turquoise helps promote leadership, aids in regular travel in career, helps with moving and promotes good investments.

Images does not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and Diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.

Please view video of this ring here:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CAJFPCMJ_cL/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

We are happy to provide a detailed professional appraisal indicating a replacement value for insurance purposes on request for your item on completion of the sale.

It is a ring size:             U
Total ring weight:                   3.8 grams
Overall design measures:    15mm x 5mm

Most rings can be professionally sized up or down one size unless noted and sometimes more in our own highly experienced jewellery workshops.

Note: Stones have not been removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting. All Diamond and Gemstone weights have been approximated by measurement and formula and may vary from actual weights.

All pictures are completely unedited but are zoomed in to show all detail.

Please note that photographs are significantly bigger than the actual item and show any blemishes up more than in real life.

All rings come in a free luxury presentation box.

BEAUTIFUL VICTORIAN TURQUOISE AND DIAMOND 18 CARAT GOLD RING

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