Vintage gold ring with trilliant-cut petalite and diamonds

This refined vintage ring is a rare and dazzling piece, crafted from 9ct yellow gold.

At the center stands out a splendid 7.80 ct trilliant-cut petalite, enhanced by particular facets on the back that reflect the light in an extraordinary way, giving the gem an intense and lively brilliance.

The shoulders rise directly from the apex of the ring, slender and harmonious, embellished with three small diamonds on each side that add a touch of sophisticated light to the design.

A jewel with a strong yet elegant character, made in England and preserved in excellent condition, ideal for those seeking a distinctive piece with a strong personality.

Characteristic	Detail
Material	9ct yellow gold
Main gem	Petalite
Gem cut	Trilliant with facets on the back
Petalite carats	7.80 ct (estimated when mounted)
Gem size	11 x 11 x 11 mm, height 16.5 mm
Diamonds	Three per side, brilliant cut
Total weight	3.66 grams
Frame	Double-claw on the corners
Era	Vintage
Origin	England
Conditions	Very good

✨Petalite: inner light and mental clarity✨

Petalite is a rare and captivating gemstone, prized for its purity and the delicate light it emanates. Its light, transparent hues make it particularly elegant and understated. Also known as "angel stone," it is traditionally associated with relaxing and protective properties, capable of balancing emotions and encouraging mental clarity.

According to crystal healing tradition, petalite is a stone that promotes spiritual connection and inner harmony, a perfect talisman for those seeking a jewel that is beautiful to wear and meaningful to cherish.

🌸A little history about petalite

Petalite was discovered in 1800 by the naturalist and mineralogist José Bonifácio de Andrada e Silva, a prominent figure in Brazil's political and scientific history.

The first specimen was found on the island of Utö, Sweden, in a pegmatite mine. From that moment on, it became a focus of interest for mineralogists, as lithium was then isolated from petalite for the first time in 1817.

Today, gemological crystals of petalite are found mainly in:

• Brazil
• Mozambique
• Namibia
• Afghanistan
• Myanmar
• Madagascar

Transparent, colorless varieties, suitable for cutting and use in jewelry, are quite rare and highly prized for their subtle, silky brilliance, a sophisticated alternative to more common gems.

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Alternative or uncommon names:

• Castorite (obsolete) – historical name sometimes used in the past, no longer in use among gemologists today.
• Petalita – Italianized form (correct in Italian), often used as a synonym in Italian texts.

Commercial or descriptive varieties:

Petalite is sometimes described by color, especially in commerce:

• Pink Petalite – when it has delicate pink hues (caused by traces of manganese).
• Transparent or colorless petalite – the most sought-after in jewelry, due to its resemblance to diamond, topaz, or kunzite.

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Be careful not to confuse it with:

• Spodumene is another lithiferous mineral, from the same family as petalite. It is a chemical relative but visually very different (including the well-known kunzite, a pink variety of spodumene).
• Danburite or colorless topaz – which resembles it but has a different structure and composition.

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