20ct aquamarine & diamond cluster ring, circa 1970
A vintage cocktail ring, set to centre an incredible 20 carat round-cut aquamarine. The impressive gemstone is highly cut, with a beautiful dispersion of blue tones making it a stunning gemstone for a cocktail ring. It is surrounded by a cluster of claw-set round-cut diamonds, with a combined weight of 0.40 carats. The cluster leads down to a simple split-shoulder band that is completed with a 'Kurtz' makers mark. Circa 1970.
History
- Place Of Origin: Germany.
- Date Period: Circa 1970.
The stones
- Round-cut aquamarine: a generously sized bright specimen with a beautifully even dispersion of blue tones.
- Aquamarine weight: 20ct .
- Aquamarine size: Length 18mm; Width 18mm; Depth 12mm
- Treatment: Unheated/untreated (assessed by our GIA qualified gemologist).
- Total diamond weight: 0.40ct .
Band
- Metal Composition: 18ct white gold.
- Hallmarks: marked 'Kurtz' for Aminin Kurtz, located on the Bonhoffstrasse in Zurich, is known for unique and one of a kind pieces.
- Band Size: UK O / US 7.25.
- Resizing: Single complimentary re-size available. This ring can easily be re-sized up or down to any size.
The ring overall
- Front Head Dimensions: Length 22.4mm; Width 22.4mm; Height of setting 10mm
- General Wear: Excellent; wear commensurate with age.
- Condition: The stone is secure, safely set with white gold fully covering it, no damage to the setting. Minor scratches due to age. There are no major marks or scratches that we feel necessary to mention. All of our jewellery is professionally cleaned prior to us listing it.
Unless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).
We will only carry out adjustments we are fully confident in and that preserve the structural integrity of the piece.
Simply select your desired size at checkout and include any special requests - we will always do our utmost to accommodate.
You will receive a confirmation email with a link to our re-sizing timeframe guide, so you know when to expect delivery. Once your ring has been dispatched, we will send a separate email with full tracking details.
A small number of rings cannot be resized due to their material or design; this will always be clearly noted in the product description.
We provide free express shipping on all online orders.
For UK orders, orders are shipped via Royal Mail Special Delivery, the working day after the payment has cleared. Please allow 1-2 business days for your order to arrive.
For orders from all other countries, orders are shipped via FedEx or DHL, the working day after the payment has cleared. Please allow 4-5 business days for your order to arrive.
Both UK and international shipments are fully tracked and traceable and require a signature from customers upon receipt.
For all orders shipped to the U.S., we cover international tariffs and duties, so you won’t need to worry about them - they are included in the price on the website.
If you wish to return a ring, we offer a full refund minus the cost of these tariffs: 10% for antique rings (over 100 years old) and 15.5% for other pieces.
Please note that some U.S. states may charge a small additional tax on delivery, typically between $40–$80.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Shipping
How long does UK shipping take?
How long does UK shipping take?
UK orders are shipped via Royal Mail Special Delivery, the working day after the payment has cleared. Please allow 1-2 business days for your order to arrive.
Do you ship items internationally?
Do you ship items internationally?
Yes, we provide free international express shipping on all online orders via FedEx or DHL, the working day after the payment has cleared. Local taxes and duties may apply. However, we currently do not ship to the following territories: Africa, Brazil, Cambodia, India, Israel, Lithuania, North Korea, Pakistan, Republic of Georgia, Russia, Turkey, etc.
Please allow 4-5 business days for your order to arrive. Local taxes and duties may apply. You can read our shipping page for more information.
Resizing
How does resizing work?
How does resizing work?
Most of our rings can be resized unless stated otherwise in the item description. Simply add your required size in the notes section at checkout, and our team will take care of the rest!
Please allow an additional 5 to 10 working days to the delivery time. If you require your order for a particular date, please get in touch as soon as possible, and we will do our best to accommodate.
You can purchase the ring and then return if for resizing if needed - if you buy an engagement ring, for instance, but it is not quite the right size for your partner. There is no additional charge for this but the buyer is responsible for the return postage and insurance.
What is my ring size?
What is my ring size?
Please consult the sizing guide here or contact us to get a more accurate gauge of your ring size.
Certificate
Does the ring come with a certificate?
Does the ring come with a certificate?
Most of our rings come with gemmological certificates. If not, we can provide one for an additional charge. All of the rings are checked and examined by a professional gemologist before they reach the website.
