Pink Hues and Platinum: The Classic Beauty of a Vintage Engagement Ring

A testament to the elegance of the 1960s, this vintage engagement ring, believed to be of American origin, is a dazzling creation in platinum. At its heart lies a pale pink rubelite, a red natural variety of tourmaline, radiating with gentle hues. Flanking this serene centerpiece are two tapered baguette diamonds, their precise cut enhancing the ring's overall allure. Reflecting the style and sophistication of its era, this piece not only symbolizes love but also serves as a timeless artifact of its period's exquisite craftsmanship.

Antique jewelry object group
engagement ring (or anniversary ring)

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of American origin.

Style
Vintage Sixties (of the twentieth century)
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Period
ca. 1960
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Material
platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Two tapered baguette (long rectangular) cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.00ct colour and clarity E/G, vvs/vs
All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Precious stone
One pale pink rubelite (red natural variety of natural tourmaline with an estimated weight of ± 2.85ct
Measurements: 9.33 x 7.66 x 4.87mm
Transparency: Transparent
Cut: Rectangular facetted
Clarity: Included
Comments: rubellite in general is commonly heated/irradiated.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and tourmaline for October.
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Hallmarks
"10% IRID PLAT" indicating the metal to be 90% platinum and 10% iridium
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Dimensions
top of ring 0,85 cm (0,33 inch) x 1,91 cm (0,75 inch)
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Weight
6,40 gram (4,12 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 56 & 17¾ , Size USA: 7½ , Size UK: O½

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
21162-0447

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