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Stone Cut: Cabochon
ANGARA GIA Certified Natural Rainbow Moonstone Ring in Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Rainbow Moonstone Reverse Tapered Ring with Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1970 by Donald Claflin Sculptural Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold with Coral
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural ring designed by Donald Claflin for Tiffany & Co. Very rare and unusual piece, created in New York city by Donald Claflin at the Tiffany Studios, back in the 1970. This s...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Cabochon Rings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.20 Carat Natural Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The silvery notes of this platinum ring give it a contemporary feel that pairs well with the symmetrical design of the accentuating diamonds. Set with the greenish yellow Cats Eye...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cabochon Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum

Angara Gia Certified Natural Solitaire Rainbow Moonstone Leaf Ring in Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Claw-Set GIA Certified Solitaire Oval Rainbow Moonstone Leaf Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Rose Gold

ANGARA GIA Certified Natural Rainbow Moonstone Three Stone Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Oval Rainbow Moonstone Three Stone Ring with Scrollwork
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Natural Rainbow Moonstone Ring in Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Rainbow Moonstone Reverse Tapered Ring with Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Yellow Gold

Ancient Byzantine Cabochon Amethyst Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Byzantine empire, circa 6th century AD. The hollow gold ring is embellished with an oval cabochon cut amethyst. The amethyst measures 12.38 x 7.55 mm. Size of the bezel is 15 x 11 mm...
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15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Antique Cabochon Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Angara GIA Certified Natural Solitaire Rainbow Moonstone Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Claw-Set GIA Certified Solitaire Oval Rainbow Moonstone Leaf Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Natural Oval Rainbow Moonstone Three Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Oval Rainbow Moonstone Three Stone Ring with Scrollwork
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Platinum

Chrysoprase Green Cabochon Knot Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Apple green chrysoprase cabochon ring set in 18ct yellow gold 'Knot' design Bezel and claw set NSEW Size N (UK/AUD) - resized at request ready to ship
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2010s Australian Artist Cabochon Rings

Materials

Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4 Carat Opal Ring Mid-Century Modern 14 Karat Gold Eames Era Retro
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL RETRO MID-CENTURY MODERN FOUR CARAT OPAL RING IN 14K YELLOW GOLD WITH A STUNNING OVAL OPAL CABOCHON GEM. The effect of the gorgeous natural opal in the classic mi...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AGL Certified 37 Carat Cabochon Emerald Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the grandeur of nature's bounty with this spectacular cocktail ring, a triumph of craftsmanship and elegance. At its heart lies a magnificent 37-carat cabochon gr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Angara GIA Certified Natural Rainbow Moonstone Ring in White Gold with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Rainbow Moonstone Twisted Shank Ring with Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, White Gold

Vintage Turquoise and Pearl 15 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The three stones are set in star settings and are a deep turquoise colour and shimmering white. The ring is modelled in 15ct gold and is made in Birmingham, England. Ring Size: P or...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Cabochon Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Pearl, Gold

Signed Elizabeth Gage 18 Karat Molten Gold Carved Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Elizabeth Gage signet ring. In 18k yellow gold from the "Molten" gold jewelry series. With an intaglio carved red jasper cabochon depicting a Roman soldier and a roun...
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Late 20th Century English Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Natural Oval Rainbow Moonstone 3-Stone Ring in Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Oval Rainbow Moonstone Three Stone Ring with Scrollwork
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Rose Gold

Angara GIA Certified Natural Oval Rainbow Moonstone 3-Stone Ring in White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Oval Rainbow Moonstone Three Stone Ring with Scrollwork
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Solitaire Rainbow Moonstone Leaf Ring in Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Claw-Set GIA Certified Solitaire Oval Rainbow Moonstone Leaf Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Rose Gold

Angara Gia Certified Natural Solitaire Rainbow Moonstone Leaf Ring in White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Claw-Set GIA Certified Solitaire Oval Rainbow Moonstone Leaf Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, White Gold

ANGARA GIA Certified Natural Rainbow Moonstone Ring in White Gold with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Rainbow Moonstone Reverse Tapered Ring with Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Solitaire Rainbow Moonstone Leaf Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Claw-Set GIA Certified Solitaire Oval Rainbow Moonstone Leaf Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Platinum

Angara Gia Certified Natural Oval Rainbow Moonstone 3-Stone Ring in White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Oval Rainbow Moonstone Three Stone Ring with Scrollwork
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, White Gold

Angara GIA Certified Natural Rainbow Moonstone Ring in Rose Gold with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Rainbow Moonstone Reverse Tapered Ring with Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Rose Gold

Angara Gia Certified Natural Moonstone Ring in Rose Gold with Diamonds for Women
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Rainbow Moonstone Twisted Shank Ring with Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rose Gold

1.70ct 14K Colombian Emerald Oval Cut Cabochon Men's Solitaire Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A true classic, this men's 14K gold genuine 1.70 carat Colombian emerald cabochon oval solitaire ring says it all. This stunning piece is made with the finest, genuine materials from...
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2010s American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14ct Rose Gold Morenci Turquoise and Black Diamond Dress Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
- 10ct Natural Morenci turquoise Approx - 14ct Rose Gold 8.00gms Approx - 96 x Round Brilliant Cut Black Diamonds 1.90ct Approx - Top Face 17mm wide x 18.5mm Length - Shank width 2.3mm - Finger Size 5.5 (US Size ) K.5 (Australian Size) - Total Carat Weight 11.9ct Approx 14ct Rose Gold Turquoise And Black Diamond Ring - Natural Morenci Turquoise Bold and captivating, this custom-made brightly polished 14ct rose gold turquoise diamond ring features a spectacular setting accentuating the show-stopping beauty and vibrancy of these wondrous stones. This Morenci turquoise ring features a cabochon slab stone of Morenci turquoise that exhibits its trademark deep blue to blue-green color with an intriguing spiderweb iron pyrite matrix...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA Certified Natural Moonstone Ring in Rose Gold with Diamonds for Women
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Rainbow Moonstone Twisted Shank Ring with Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rose Gold

Natural Australian Black Opal & Diamonds Engagement/ Cocktail Ring set in PT900
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very important and gorgeous Opal Engagement / Cocktail Ring set in Platinum 900. The weight of the Opal is 8.65 carats. The Opal is completely natural, without any treatment & is o...
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum

Cats Eye Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stylish platinum made ring featuring a cabochon tourmaline with a unique phenomenon, chatoyancy! A strong and sharp cats eye can be seen running across the dome of this 4.68 carat ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Andreoli Spessartite Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Spessartite Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring This ring features: - 17.22 Carat Spessartite - 3.30 Carat Emerald Cabochon - 9.28 Gram 18K Yellow Gold - Made In Italy
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2010s Italian Contemporary Cabochon Rings

Materials

Garnet, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Akoya Pearl Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stylish and chic platinum ring featuring 9 fine gem quality Akoya pearls. They range in size from 5.5mm – 8mm while each has excellent nacre quality, luster, and a strong pink over...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Natural Gold in Quartz and Gold Nugget 18 Karat Gold Custom Men’s Ring
Located in Logan, UT
This asymmetrical men's ring features rare natural gold bearing quartz accented by natural gold nuggets. The modern, trapezoidal shape is an unexpected (but perfect) frame for these natural materials. The vivid colors of the raw gold pop dramatically against the 18kt yellow gold setting. This substantially made solid ring will wear well, and will be a timeless addition to any gentleman's wardrobe. This listing is for a custom, made to order version of this ring. You will be given the opportunity to approve the specific piece of natural gold bearing quartz which we use before we make the ring. Delivery time is estimated to be 4-5 weeks. -Gold in Quartz (Natural, Mined) -Gold Nuggets (Natural) -18kt Gold -ring is approximately 12.4mm across at widest point -ring size to order -made in USA by Morning Sun...
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2010s American Cabochon Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 0.49 Carat Diamond Jelly Opal Platinum Swirl Bypass Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval jelly opal cabochon measuring 5.8 x 7.6 mm - colorless body with spectral play-of-color. Featuring a swirling surround of baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds....
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Early 2000s Contemporary Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum

18k White Gold Imperial Green Jadeite Jade Ring with Diamonds
Located in Portland, OR
* ORIGINAL DESIGN --- Inspired by the natural beauty of genuine Burmese Imperial Green Jadeite, the rich, beautiful apple green color is found on no other stone. This one of a kind e...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels "Angel's Skin" Coral and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Angel Skin Coral and Diamond Cocktail Ring. 1 Cabochon angel skin coral with round cut side diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. Ring Size: 6.5 Signed, Van Cleef...
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1960s French Vintage Cabochon Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Filigree Natural Turquoise Ring 30 mm Top 12.8 gram size 7
Located in Santa Monica, CA
18k Yellow Gold Filigree Natural Turquoise Ring 30 mm Top 12.8 gram size 7 Size: 7 Weight: 12.8 gram Measurement 30 mm top north south side,...
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1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Cabochon Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Duplet Ruby Sapphire Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
RING Au 18KT Weight 8,32 53,7 Diam. 5-Bril.Cut-0,05- G/SI1A Duplet ruby 1-8,86 ct PINK SAPPHIRE 41-0,68 ct RUBY 30-0,57 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Cabochon Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Star Sapphire Ring Size 10.25
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Star Sapphire Ring Size 10.25 GAI Certified- This stunning ring features three oval cabochon star sapphires (one blue, two purple 10 mm x 8 mm each) set in ...
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20th Century Cabochon Rings

Materials

Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Turquoise and Sapphire Cabochon Ring with Diamonds, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Retro-Style Turquoise and Sapphire Cabochon Ring with Diamonds. The sapphires weigh appx. 1.80 cts. and the diamonds weigh 0.20 cts. The ring ...
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1950s Vintage Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Diamond Sapphire Ring Teardrop Cabochon Vintage Platinum Cocktail
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Sapphire Ring Teardrop Cabochon Vintage Platinum Cocktail This stunning vintage ring is finely crafted in solid luxurious Platinum and set with genuine Earth mined Sapphire cabochon and diamonds. The center pear cut Sapphire measures 18mm x 12mm (16.33 carats). It has a violet undertone, natural inside characteristics. The center gem is complimented with 22 round brilliant cut diamonds plus six more...
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Late 20th Century Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

6.02 Carat Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A simple and elegant 6.02 carat Cabochon Zambian Emerald and 0.75 carat White Diamond engagement ring. The Emerald is transparent, with very few naturally occurring inclusions. The c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

"Costis" Ballerina Ring with 46.46 carats Tanzanite, Tsavorites and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
"Costis" Ballerina Ring with 46.46 carats Tanzanite, Tsavorites and Diamonds. Unusual combinations create “statement” pieces of jewelry. One of the most celebrated characteristics...
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2010s Italian Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Tsavorite, Tanzanite, Diamond, 18k Gold

Mandarin Garnet Spessatite Cabochon Cocktail Ring With Diamonds And 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
For a look that is regal and refined, look no further than this impressive 52.86 carat Mandarin Garnet cabochon ring. This spectacular gemston...
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2010s Namibian Art Nouveau Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, 18k Gold

18K Rose Gold Carnelian Made in Italy Grounding Asymmetrical Bold Cocktail Ring
Located in Milan, IT
18K Rose Gold Carnelian Made in Italy Grounding Asymmetrical Bold Cocktail Ring. Unlock Your Divine Potential with the Wellbeing of Gemstones emanated by the Anne cocktail ring. Gems and metal are energetically cleansed to emit their best vibrations. The Anne asymmetrical cocktail...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold

GIA Certified Natural Opal Ring in Rose Gold with Reverse Tapered Shank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The vibrant color play of the GIA certified opal makes it a gem of astounding beauty. It is oval shaped and claw set on a reverse tapered glossy metal shank. A scintillating floral h...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Opal, Rose Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in Duesseldorf, DE
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Peridot Ring 27 Diamonds 0.49 Carat Emerald 0.84 carat Size EU 54 US 6.8 Founded in 1974, Gianni Lazzaro is a family-owned jewelery company ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Ring Size 7.25- This lovely ring features one Mabe pearl (16 mm) set in beautifully detailed 14K yellow go...
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20th Century Cabochon Rings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Rose Gold with Purple Cabochon Amethyst Stone White Diamonds Modern Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Modern and fantastic ring in rose 18kt gold Don't you love the cocktail rings? We love them very much, we love the colour . Gorgeous modern ring with special purple cabochon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye Ring 12.5 Carats Milk & Honey Certified Men's Ring
Located in Southbury, CT
It's one of the rarest gemstones in the world, but most people have never heard of it: the chrysoberyl cat's eye. The stones are nearly as hard and durable as sapphire and are found ...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Cabochon Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, 18k Gold

Angara GIA Certified Natural Opal Ring in White Gold with Reverse Tapered Shank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The vibrant color play of the GIA certified opal makes it a gem of astounding beauty. It is oval shaped and claw set on a reverse tapered glossy metal shank. A scintillating floral h...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Opal, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Oval Dark Purple Cabachon Amethyst (App. 4.2 CTS) Rope Finished
Located in Southport, CT
18k yellow gold ring. This handsome ring features an oval, dark purple color amethyst cabochon center, approximately 4.2 CTS, bezel set into a wide, fine matte rope patterned setting...
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Late 20th Century Cabochon Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pearl 0.10 Carat Round Diamond Pave 18 Karat White Gold Wrap Ring
Located in New York, NY
Natural Pearl 0.10 Carat Round Diamond Pave 18 Karat White Gold Wrap Ring Natural Pearl Wrap Ring, set in stunning 18k White Gold. 0.10 CTW Round cut ...
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2010s American Contemporary Cabochon Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

10 Carat Coral Solitaire Retro Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful and Stylish Coral Yellow Gold Retro Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Center securely set with a 10 Carat Cabochon Coral. Beautifully Hand crafted 18K yellow Gold mounting. D...
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Late 20th Century Retro Cabochon Rings

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Coral Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine and chic platinum ring featuring a fine piece of red color with excellent luster and light reflection. It is complemented by 8 baguette-cut diamonds channel-set on the sides o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cabochon Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Jade and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Bradenton, FL
14k yellow gold jade and diamond cocktail ring, 11.00 Grams TW. Approximately 10 Carats. Tested 14k. Approximate size 4.5.
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Mid-20th Century Modern Cabochon Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Gold in Quartz and Gold Nugget 14 Karat Gold Men’s Custom Ring
Located in Logan, UT
Exquisitely rare natural gold bearing quartz and gold nuggets are the focal points of this elegant and unique men's ring. The classic shape and styling are a perfect frame for the na...
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2010s American Cabochon Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Green Jade Statement Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a captivating 14K Yellow Gold Ring, featuring an exquisite Nephrite Jade cabochon. The stone is an exceptional 21 mm x 9 mm. The under gallery is constructed with enchantin...
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1960s Contemporary Vintage Cabochon Rings

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 12 Ct Natural Oval Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring, 14 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 12 Ct Natural Oval Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring, 14 Kt Yellow Gold 14 karat gold 10.3 Grams Natural Sleeping beauty Turquoise Please look at all the pictures Ring size ...
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2010s Cabochon Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Shop Antique and Vintage Cabochon-Sapphire Rings, Cabochon-Emerald Rings and Other Cabochon Rings

Vintage cabochon-emerald rings, cabochon-ruby rings and other rings featuring cabochon-cut gems are polished, intense and enthralling, like the screen sirens who wore them.

The ongoing popularity of statement jewelry and the desire among vintage jewelry enthusiasts for beautifully crafted 20th-century designs have contributed to the return of pieces showcasing bold, juicy cabochon-cut gemstones — on the red carpet, in contemporary design studios, in campaigns by renowned brands and in dealers’ collections. And when we talk about cabochons, we can’t help but think of the stunning jewels worn during Hollywood’s Golden Age. Ladies of the silver screen such as Joan Crawford, Marlene Dietrich and Mary Pickford often wore their own cabochon jewelry in films and worked with such legendary houses as Trabert & Hoeffer-Mauboussin, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Verdura to create their favorite pieces. 

A cabochon-cut gem is most often an oval or round stone with a flat bottom and a polished dome top. Another much-admired style of cabochon is the sugarloaf, which is shaped more like a high pyramid with a rounded tip.

Softer stones — those that score 7 or lower on the Mohs Hardness Scale — are traditionally cut into cabochons since scratches tend to be less noticeable on a cab’s convex surface than on the flat planes of a faceted cut. Emeralds, which register around 7.5 or 8, are commonly cut as cabochons, although the highest-quality examples are often faceted.

Thanks to its depth, a cabochon cut can intensify the hue of a colored stone like an emerald, sapphire or ruby. And it enhances the optical effects seen in some gems, such as the iridescence, or rainbow-like play of color, in opals; the adularescence, or milky glow, of moonstones; the chatoyancy, or cat’s-eye effect, of tigereyes; and the asterism, or star-shaped display, in star sapphires and rubies.

While they dazzled onscreen in the 1940s and '50s — and were coveted by women wanting to emulate their matinee idols — today, cabochon rings and other cabochon jewels are back, conveying all the glamour of the past.

Find vintage cabochon cocktail rings, cabochon fashion rings and other cabochon rings on 1stDibs.

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