1880s Victorian Oval Cut Sapphire & Diamond Cluster in Gold

Antique Victorian ring set with an oval cut sapphire weighing approximately 1.24 carats, surrounded by old European cut diamonds of approximately .7 carats. Set in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1880. 

The sapphire with a diamond surround is rooted in Victorian sensibility.

Diamond and gold mining has caused devastation in areas such as Africa, wreaking havoc on delicate ecosystems and communities. Choosing to go vintage, you are eliminating the need for more mining and lessening the demand for new diamonds.