12.44ct GIA Certified Paraiba Tourmaline & Solid 18K White Gold Ring W/3.00ctw VS1-VS2/F-G Diamonds ($120,000 Appraisal) - This stunning, investment quality piece is made of solid 18K white gold. The center of the ring boasts a 12.44ct Paraiba Tourmaline that is GIA certified. The GIA report describes the center stone as a brilliant oval cut. These gems had an unusual vivid blue-green that had never been seen before in any gemstone. They appeared to glow with a neon or electric-like quality, and this specimen is truly like no ther we have ever seen. . The table of the ring measures a massive: 28mm x 25mm. The ring is then finished with approximately 3.00ctw genuine VS1-VS2/F-G diamonds. The setting has a fine miligrain detail that finished the setting beautifuly. There are also diamonds that line the shoulders of the piece, and a stunning filigree detail that lined the undercarriage of the ring. Paraiba Tourmalines are incredibly hard to find in this greenish blue color. They are considered investment quality when they are over 10ct. This stone would wholesale for over $12,000 per carat. To request the GIA report number, please email a request to: Brigitte@gwsauctions.com. This piece is a custom made piece, and comes with a $120,000 appraisal by a graduate appraiser in the winning bidder's name for insurance purposes. Ring size: 7. This is one of the finest pieces of jewelry we have ever seen come through the auction house, and we have sold over $100 million in jewelry over the last decade. (WEIGHT: 18.9 Grams)