Natural Melee Diamonds
Natural Melee Diamonds · Round Brilliant
Very Good Cut
Carat
Estimated average of 0.02 - 0.05 carats per stone
Color
G-H (Near Colorless)
Clarity
VS2-SI1
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A vintage-style ring featuring clean, colorless accent diamonds that complement the ornate metalwork and engraving.
Cut Quality
Very Good
Brilliance
Moderate brilliance characteristic of small round stones
Fire
Visible spectral colors under direct point-light sources
Scintillation
Standard sparkling pattern for round single or full cut melee
Proportions
Standard melee proportions suited for channel/bead setting
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
Non-determinable without UV light
Inclusions
Small crystals and clouds visible under 10x magnification
Blemishes
Minor surface wear and scratches on metal consistent with age
Origin
Natural Earth-Mined (likely vintage)
Treatment Detection
None apparent; typical for this era and stone size
Estimated Value
$1,200 - $1,800 for the full piece (inclusive of vintage mounting)
Certification Estimate
Likely to be graded as a parcel rather than individual stones; GIA/IGI
Investment Potential
Moderate based on the artistic value of the setting rather than individual stone value
Similar Diamonds
Small round brilliant melee used in Art Deco or vintage-inspired jewelry
Setting Suggestions
Bead setting or pave in Platinum/White Gold to maintain vintage integrity
Care & Maintenance
Ultrasonic cleaning and professional prong inspection every 6 months
Interesting Facts
The hallmarks on the inside of the band suggest a high-quality metal which often indicates better quality natural stones