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Three Stone Diamond Platinum Ring Split Shank

Ruby and diamond three stone ring, circa 1990
Located in London, GB
Ruby and diamond three stone ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Mozambique
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1990s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Natural Unenhanced Colombian Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond three stone ring. Set with a rectangular emerald-cut natural
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20th Century Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Alex & Co Certified No Heat 2.72ct Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Pave Ring
By Alex & Co
Located in Newton, MA
respectively. The shank is square with beveled edges. This ring is handcrafted in platinum in our studio. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 4.03ct Natural Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Shape Diamond GIA#1458849102 Side stones: 0.82ct G color VS clarity Kite Shape Split diamond shank
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2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Retro .91 CTW Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum 14K Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
clarity Set with tri-split prongs in a pierced arch motif platinum basket flanked by old European cut
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Vintage 1940s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 5.02ct Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
. The intricate craftsmanship extends to the diamond split shank, creating an elegant and modern
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2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Burmese sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Vintage Burmese sapphire and diamond ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine natural
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Vintage 1970s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 9.63 Carat Pear Cut Natural Brown Orange Diamond Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
diamond certified by GIA as fancy deep brown orange, VS1 in clarity set in a platinum four prong setting
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

GRS Cert. 4.9 Carat Insignificant Oil Colombian Emerald & Trapezoid Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
900 - Ring Type: 3-Stone Ring - Shank: Split - Setting: Prong - Era: Contemporary - Weight: 7.01 Grams
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

1.00 Carats Asscher Cut Diamond, Emerald and Onyx Antique Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique engagement ring features an asscher cut diamond in the center weighing 1.00 carats
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.80ct I/VS2 Platinum Diamond Split Shank Three Line Ring
Located in Seattle, WA
An absolute stunner, this split shank engagement ring has three bands adorned with diamonds. The
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mid-Century 0.82 Carat Diamond Platinum Marquise Three Stone Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
shoulders. Completed by subtle knife edge shank. Stamped for platinum. Circa: 1950's. Ring size: 6 . /4 and
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Vintage 1950s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and Natural Unenhanced Emerald Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Diamond and emerald three stone ring. An emerald-cut diamond, G colour, SI1 clarity, is set to
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Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Peter Suchy GIA 4.34 Carat Cushion Sapphire Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy split shank three-stone sapphire and diamond engagement ring. The center light blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Padparadscha Ceylon sapphire and diamond three stone ring, circa 1915.
Located in London, GB
Padparadscha Ceylon sapphire and diamond three stone ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape mixed
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Padparadscha Sapphire , Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 0.50 Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
carats total, bezel set in platinum. Triple split shank setting. Made in 18K yellow gold and platinum
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Transitional Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
stones are also accented by 28 round brilliant cut diamonds along the semi split shank. The diamonds have
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian 2.26ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
2.26ct set in an eight split claw, open back setting. The stone is wonderfully accompanied by three old
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

6 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified E VVS2
Located in New York, NY
MAYA -OVAL CUT THREE STONE DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT PLATINUM RING BY MIKE NEKTA GIA CERTIFIED Center
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring, French, circa 1925
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Cartier cabochon Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set with an oval cabochon natural
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

0.47 Carat Pear Shape Fancy Intense Purplish Pink Diamond Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
basket. Center stone is surrounded by three rows of alternating pink and white round brilliant diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

9.37 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant-Cut Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring GIA
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
A 9+ carat fancy intense yellow radiant cut diamond three-stone engagement ring on a platinum and
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2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau natural pearl and diamond ring, the central pearl accompanied by a AnchorCert report
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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Antique Diamond and Platinum Brooch by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage brooch made by Cartier in the 1930s. The brooch is featuring old-cut diamonds weighing approximately 8 carats. The metal is platinum. Signed Cartier. Serial numbe...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine Square Cushion Cut 18k White Gold Tank Ring 48 J
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Fine Blue Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Tank Ring. Stunning white gold ring with a 6mm tension set fine blue aquamarine. Fine jewellery houses like Cartier only us...
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20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Louis Newman & Co 5.09 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Cut Bezel Set Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
5.09 carat GIA certified Emerald Cut. VS2 Clarity. 64% Depth, 1.56 length to width ratio and 12.69 millimeters in length. A properly cut and amazing looking emerald cut. Now for the ...
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Monture Cartier Burmese Sapphire Ring, circa 1970
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Vintage Monture Cartier Burmese sapphire ring. Set to centre with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced Burmese sapphire in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 4...
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Vintage 1970s British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

French 20th Century Enamel Natural Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Gold Lemon Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Adorable antique brooch, it represents a branch of lemon tree holding its green enamelled leaves, its buds represented by natural...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18ct Rose Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
Gorgeous Double Halo Emerald and Diamond ring, gorgeously crafted in eighteen karat rose gold , complimented by a stunning polished finish design. Purpose of appraisal: Retail repla...
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2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem
Located in London, GB
An archaeological-revival coral and gold Spartan diadem, in the form of a gold band with seven concave discs each set with a cabochon coral, alternating with eight floral motifs each...
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Antique 1840s Italian Classical Roman More Jewelry

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Enamel Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Black Enamel & DIamond set Swirl ring. Hearkens to an earlier era with an update.
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The sapphires in this ring total 1.3ct and are a gorgeous bright blue colour. Either side of the largest stone in the centre are pairs of old cut diamonds totalling 8pts. The stones ...
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

0.54ctw Sapphire Diamond Toi et Moi Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, Ring Size 6.5, Simple
Located in McLeansville, NC
This elegant and simple toi et moi ring features two beautiful gemstones - a 0.54ctw round sapphire and a round diamond, both set in 18k yellow gold. The contrast between the deep bl...
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2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dinh Van 1970 Paris Geometric Sculptural Ring In 18Kt White Gold With Lapis
By Jean Dinh Van
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural ring designed by Jean Dinh Van. An iconic geometric ring, created in Paris France by the artist goldsmith Jean Dinh Van, back in the 1970. This ring has been crafted with...
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Signet Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.46tdw GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
WOW this a great ring!- GIA Certified!! 3-stone platinum mounting with approximately 3.80 total diamond weight (estimated). Handmade with serial number 35007 inside band Middle emera...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Rhodium Plate Navy Lucite Size 6 1/2 Ring
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
1970s rhodium plated navy blue Lucite and pave clear rhinestone size 6 1/2 ring. Marked "Trifari." Measures: 1 1/8 inches deep by 15/16 inches wide. by 1/2 inch tall. Excellent condi...
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Cartier Blue Sapphire Colize Oval Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring 50
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Deep Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set with a fine deep blue oval cabochon sapphire. Fine jewellery houses like Cartier only use...
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1990s French Dome Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Cartier Platinum Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Vintage Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful platinum ring by Cartier from 1960's featuring cabochon cut green emerald and diaonds of mixed cuts. Delicate enough for everyday wear. The center emerald does show some...
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20th Century French Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique Natural Green Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A vibrant natural green round-shaped emerald is flanked by two Old Mine cut diamonds totaling 1.25 carats, F-G color, VS-SI clarity, in this dazzling Victorian Era three-stone band c...
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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Art Deco 3.56 Carat Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Essex, GB
. The stones are secured in a wonderfully stripped back platinum mount, with split claws and ellipse
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 1.95 Carat Natural Ruby and 1.60 Carat Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Essex, GB
mine cut diamonds, in platinum. Marquise shaped detailing in the shoulders leads to a D-shaped yellow
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Early 20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring with Quintessential Milgrained Edges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
edges that was increasingly popular during the Art Deco period and a split platinum shank that adds an
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 7.57 Carat Handmade Radiant Cut Canary Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Metairie, LA
, there are a total of 14 princess-cut diamonds split along both sides of the shank approximating 1.12ct
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2010s Israeli Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Marcus & Co Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By Marcus & Co.
Located in London, GB
Three stone diamond ring. Horizontally set with three round old cut diamonds in open back grain set
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Three-Stone 2.10 Carat Old Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1881
Located in London, GB
An uncommon and romantic three stone diamond ring with history, engraved ‘F.C.J. Oct 1881’. Set in
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Antique 1880s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Burmese Color Change Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1950
Located in London, GB
Burmese colour change sapphire and diamond three stone ring. Set to the centre with a cushion shape
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Vintage 1950s British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Cushion Cut Sapphire Trillion Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A truly unusual variation of the classic three stone ring: every bit of this meticulously detailed
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20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum 0.43ct Diamond and Sapphire Three-Stone Ring MF13-021324
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
with a double split shank design. The center stone is a 1.38 ct sapphire flanked by step-cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Peter Suchy 3.00 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified Ideal cut bright white diamond three-stone engagement ring. Round brilliant center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.56 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
slender 1mm split shank with a three-stone setting. Baguette diamonds flank an open and empty center which
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Mid-Century Colombian Emerald Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring Platinum 1950s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century certified Colombian emerald and diamond three-stone engagement ring in platinum
Category

Vintage 1950s Portuguese Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Platinum Wedding Set with GIA 1.52 Carat E VS1 Premium Cushion Brilliant Diamond
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
cushion cut diamond center set all in platinum with split prongs. On the under gallery side of the ring
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2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Three-Stone Emerald Cut White Diamond Halo Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
band. The ring is split shank making it more fun than classic. Current size is a 6 but can be sized
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Harry Winston GIA Certified 5.01 Carat E VS1 Oval Brilliant Diamond Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
This breathtaking, three-stone ring from the house of Harry Winston features a GIA certified 5.01
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Three-Stone Diamond and Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in London, GB
A three stone diamond and pink sapphire ring, the old pear-shaped diamond estimated to weigh 0.4
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Aquamarine and Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
An aquamarine and diamond triple-cluster ring, the three oval faceted aquamarines graduating from
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2010s British Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s Art Nouveau 1.35 Carat Diamond, Sapphire and Platinum Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
1900s Art Nouveau 1.35 Carat Diamond, Sapphire and Platinum Ring features Trillion Cut Blue
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A beautiful antique three-stone ring, modelled in 18k gold with platinum accents. The central
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1.13 Carat Sapphire & 1.27 Carat Old Cut Diamond Platinum Trilogy Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A wonderfully impressive vintage sapphire and diamond ring. The rich, strong blue oval cut sapphire
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Mid-20th Century British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 1.46 Carat Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A vintage diamond trilogy ring of real quality. All three stones are rare white, bright and with
Category

Mid-20th Century British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 0.67 Carat Emerald & 0.90 Carat Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring circa 1920
Located in Essex, GB
mine cut diamonds either side are in platinum collet and lead, via try-split shoulders, to a slim
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Early 20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

OSCAR HEYMAN Collection for Shreve, Crump & Low
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
elegance and fine craftsmanship of the designer. Platinum handmade split shank ring with a center oval
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20th Century American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Oval Diamond Platinum Double Halo Split Shank Classic Engagement Ring
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Metal: Platinum Center Stone: 1 Oval Diamond at 0.50 Carats Diamond Details: 53 Brilliant Round
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2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

5.18 Carat Ceylon Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Split Shank Engagement Ring
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Metal: Platinum Center Stone: 1 Cushion Cut Ceylon Blue Sapphire at 5.18 Carats Diamond Details
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2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with Blue Sapphires
By Concierge Diamonds Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the beauty of the center stone and the shank is evenly split into three rows to create a grounded and
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2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian 0.90 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
, rubover set in platinum gloriously pretty surround. Six (three each side) old cut diamond are rubover set
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Early 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1.70 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Essex, GB
stone. The high, arched shoulders feature six (three each side) baguette cut diamonds of graduating size
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Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Three Stone Diamond Platinum Ring Split Shank For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate three stone diamond platinum ring split shank for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using platinum, gold and 18k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 24 vintage editions and 13 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a three stone diamond platinum ring split shank may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a three stone diamond platinum ring split shank has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by M&V Vanguard Jewelry, Roman Malakov and Peter Suchy are consistently popular. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and pear cut versions for sale. Most of our three stone diamond platinum ring split shank for sale are for women, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Three Stone Diamond Platinum Ring Split Shank?

The price for a three stone diamond platinum ring split shank starts at $1,600 and tops out at $242,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $39,299.

Finding the Right rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.