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An Exceptional Padparadscha And Diamond Ring
Within a brilliant-cut diamond surround, floral motif gallery and trifurcated shoulders, mounted in 18k rose gold
Ring size: 6.25
Estimated price: $1-1.5 million
I couldn’t resist talking about this beautiful ring set with an oval-shaped padparadscha. The name padparadscha is derived from Sanskrit: padma meaning lotus and raga meaning colour. The colour of the gemstone resembles the famed and beautiful lotus flower of Sri Lanka, the first source of these remarkable gems. Continue reading