A striking vintage ring crafted in 14K yellow gold and centered with an approximately 3.0 carat natural white star sapphire. Cut as a smooth cabochon, the sapphire displays the beautiful optical phenomenon known as asterism, where intersecting bands of reflected light form a star across the surface of the stone under directional light.
The softly colored sapphire provides a wonderful contrast against the warmth of the yellow gold, while the substantial setting gives the ring a strong presence on the hand. Rather than relying on faceting for sparkle, the beauty of this stone comes from the way light moves across its domed surface, causing the star to appear and shift as the ring moves.
Star sapphires form their characteristic effect from oriented needle-like inclusions within the sapphire. When the stone is cut into a cabochon in the proper orientation, light reflecting from those inclusions produces the rays visible across the surface. Because this phenomenon depends on both the internal structure of the sapphire and the way it is cut, each star sapphire has its own appearance and character.
The result is a wonderfully unusual vintage ring whose beauty really comes alive in motion.
Details:
Era: Vintage, Late 20th Century
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Stone: White Star Sapphire
Cut: Cabochon
Stone Weight: Approx. 3.0 ct
Optical Phenomenon: Asterism
Ring Size: Approx. 8.25
Weight: 10.4 g
Top Measurements: Approx. 12.67 × 20.40 mm
Base Shank Width: Approx. 4.19 mm
Height Off Finger: Approx. 8.94 mm
Sizing is available for an additional cost. Please contact us for sizing details.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.
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