GIA 19.24 ct. Natural Conch Pearl & Diamond Ring in Platinum
• 19.24 ct. Orange Natural Conch Pearl (GIA Certified)
• 1.00 ct. Total Diamond Weight
• Set in Platinum
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This magnificent, one-of-a-kind ring features an EXTREMELY RARE, GIA certified natural conch pearl surrounded by a double halo of pavé diamonds in a brushed platinum designer setting.
GIA Report Number 5201324701
19.24 carats!
A conch is a medium to large-sized marine gastropod from the Strombidae family, known as the Lobotus Gigas (formerly known as Strombus Gigas), or Queen Conch.
Queen Conchs are found off the coast of the Bahamas, Florida Keys, Caribbean Islands and Bermuda where they're harvested for their delicious meat. Popular conch dishes include conch fritters, conch salad and conch chowder.
Very rarely, a natural pearl will be found inside a conch shell. Only 1 out of every 10,000 to 15,000 conchs will produce a pearl.
Only 1 out of every 100,000 to 150,000 conchs will produce a gem conch pearl!
It is unusual for a conch pearl to exceed 3mm in diameter. Conch pearls over 10mm are considered to be exceptionally rare!
This pearl measures 13.46 x 13.18mm and weighs 19.24 carats!
The natural patterning on this pearl's surface is absolutely incredible, resembling a caldron of boiling water!
A double halo of sixty-four (64) natural round brilliant cut diamonds frames the natural pearl. These diamonds average 1.50mm in diameter and total approximately 1 carat. They grade G-H color and VS1-VS2 clarity.
The platinum setting, by Michael Bogosian, has a brushed finish. The interior of the ring is signed and hallmarked, "MICHAEL B. © 96 90% PLAT". Gross weight of the ring is 22.5 grams.
Ring size 5 1/2.
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