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What is a wish ring?

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What is a wish ring?
A wish ring, or wishbone ring, is a ring made from metals like gold or silver and shaped somewhat like a wishbone. The rings feature a “V” shape, often with small diamonds or gemstones accenting the curve. Many people wear wish rings as good luck charms. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted vintage and contemporary wishbone rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Ancient Roman Gold Snake Ring c. 1st – 2nd Century AD
Located in Chicago, IL
Roman Empire, circa 1st – 2nd century AD A charming ancient ring in high karat gold, formed as two
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Band Ring 0.31 Ct White Diamond Made in Italy
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
This ring is an evolution of the ancient rings of the Middle Ages. It is basically composed of two
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Thailand 20kt yellow gold ruby ring with a hunting scenes
Located in Braintree, GB
A 20kt yellow gold ring from ancient Thailand features a central ruby surrounded by depictions of
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver, Copper

Vintage Sterling Silver Ancient Coin Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine ancient coin signet ring. In sterling silver. The gold-topped bezel setting set with an
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bulgari Ancient Coin Monete Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Weston, MA
emblems of Bulgari. Our Monete ring has a pleasing 18k yellow gold tapering band set with an ancient
Category

Late 20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Greek Dionysus Cameo Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptionally rare and large ancient Greek sardonyx cameo dates to the late Hellenistic period
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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