Description
A beautiful central, soft pink, kunzite is set in a simple four claw setting to enhance the impressive characteristics of the stone. The kunzite is flanked by curving raised diamond shoulders comprising of old round brilliant cut diamonds and two horizontally set rectangular baguette cut diamonds, accomplishing a true symmetrical Art Deco design. Kunzite is a comparatively recently documented gemstone, having been first discovered in the early 20th century. It was first found in the pegmatites of Pala, California, in 1902. It is named after the famous mineralogist George F. Kunz who first identified it, making this ring is a rare early example of kunzite being used in jewellery. It makes a striking cocktail or dress ring.
Place Of Origin:
England
Date & Design Period:
Circa 1925 | Art Deco
Metal Composition:
Platinum
Stone Composition:
Oval-cut Kunzite
Kunzite: 13ct (estimated)
Length 17.5mm; Width 11.7mm; Depth 9.5mm
Diamond
Total diamond weight: 0.90ct (estimated).
Band Size:
UK M 1/2 / US 6.5 Single complimentary re-size available. This ring can easily be re-sized up to any size.
Front Head Dimensions:
Length 17.5mm; Width 19.5mm; Height of setting 11.2mm
Condition and Wear:
Excellent; very minor wear commensurate with age. All stones secure, no damage to the setting or kunzite. 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.