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Circa 1970s Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 9ct Yellow and White Gold, size M or 6.25, 4.19g

Circa 1970s Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 9ct Yellow and White Gold, size M or 6.25, 4.19g

$995.00 AUD
$995.00 AUD
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We do love a chunky vintage 1970s sapphire and diamond classic and we have been fortunate to have a couple though the shop. Each has its own personality and style - and this one is a show pony in the sunshine and subdued in the shade. The hand cut natural sapphire is dark and demure in the shade - it is inky and dark like the night sky. We love this contrast of the dark against the white diamonds - the tall white gold U shaped setting, and the rosier yellow gold. But, take her into the sunshine and this showpony comes to life. The shallower cut stone means the light dances through the darker colour easier and the blues and even corners of teal are like a royal blue blue kaleidoscope. 

Set with diamonds in the shoulders - these offer a lively gentle sparkle and a great balance of colour. Made in the 1970s (ish) when gold was substantially cheaper - this is a chunky and great example of the Era. 

There is a scratch on the shoulder - if you want it buffed out a little - we can do this - it will add a day or so to posting times - and remove the years of patina that have built up. 

Particulars: 

Size M or 6.25 (sizeable)

Weight 4.19g 

Width 7.15 x 11.4mm on a flat reverse tapered shank - tapering to 4.05 x 1.05mm

Stone - shallow cut natural sapphire - 7.15 x 5.15 x 2.5mm - approx 0.67ct - looks much more like a 1ct stone 

and 4 natural diamonds 1.5mm single cut diamonds - combined 0.06ct 

Hallmarks  "9ct" 

Condition - some facet wear - see photos. The is also an inclusion in the stone - visible when the light hits it. Claws in good condition. Surface scratches to metal - one in particular on the shoulder - we can have it polished out, but you will lose the patina on the band.

Care - As a general rule - jewellery should not be worn for strenuous tasks that may put pressure, chemicals and weight on them (think cleaning, gym, swimming/spa, carrying things). Jewellery should be inspected checked every six months by a jeweller to check for wear.

Please be aware that this item is pre-loved and therefore is NOT new. Please see the pictures and description to ensure you are happy with it before you buy. Stones may have tiny marks, chips or flea bites, metal will have marks of wear like surface scratches; but any bigger flaws will be clearly highlighted above. Also note - none of the other items or props in the photo come with the item and all measurements are approximate.

All items (except Second Glance) are available on lay-by - please get in touch to discuss options.

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FAQ

Sizing

What do we mean when we say a ring is "sizeable"? Well, most standard rings can be made bigger or smaller by up to three letter sizes. If we say the item is "moderately sizeable", this usually means about 1 size, and if we say it is "not sizeable" or that "sizing is not recommended" it will be due to the construction - it could be age related, pattern related, have enamel etc.

We can happily help with sizing of rings, so please do get it touch if we can give you a quote.

Current prices are: $40 for sizing down, $40 for rhodium plating (all white gold rings), and sizing up starts at $50 - and depends on the carat of gold, width of band and number of sizes. These are subject to change at any time and remain linked to the volatile changes in precious metals.

Time frames - sizing is usually complete within 3 weeks.

Lay-by

As well as Afterpay and Paypal Pay-in-4 which are available at checkout, we also do traditional lay-by.

So, if you love this piece but can't afford it right now - please get in touch.  

To secure your item, we require a 20% non-refundable deposit. Items will not be removed from the website until this is paid.

Following this, you will need to make further monthly payments of 20% until the full balance is complete, a time frame of 5 months in total. 

Invoices will be issued at the start of each month and we ask they are paid before the start of the following month.

We issue all invoices through the website, and it accepts all cards, Shop Pal, Paypal and Afterpay as payment.

Valuations

Some of our items come with valuations we either got with the piece, or that we have had done by an independent gemologist. We do not get valuations done on all pieces as we like to keep things as affordable as possible. However, we use a number of instruments to help us determine stones and list these details in the description of each piece.

Shipping

Australian based company shipping to Australia and New Zealand.

Parcels are shipped within 24 hours.

Australian shipping is express post and fully insured.

International items under $500 are shipped standard airmail and items over $500 express airmail.

All items are sent trackable, fully insured and requiring a signature on delivery.

Any items leaving Australia will have a signed customs declaration stating what is in the box.

Any duties, taxes or import fees for international items are not the responsibility of Vintage Jewellery Hoarders.