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Antique 1930s Cushion Cut Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
Set in 14K White Gold Carat 1.15, Cut Cushion Clarity SI-1, Color J, Ring is a size 7 and can be
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1930s American 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.15 Carat Old Mine Cushion Cut Diamond Ruby Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This amazing platinum ring from the Art Deco era is centered with a sparkling old mine cushion cut
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20th Century Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

0.78 Carat Old MIne Cushion Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant platinum ring is centered with a sparkling cushion cut diamond that weighs 0.78ct
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20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certificate 2.44 Carat Cushion Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified cushion cut Sapphire, no heat
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Mid-20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

EDR Certified 3.13ct Old Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
A stunning old cushion cut diamond, weighing an opulent 3.13 carats, takes centre stage in this
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1940s Unknown 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1 Edwardian Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring 2.06ct
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning diamond engagement ring from the late Art Deco (ca1930) era! Crafted in platinum, this
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1930s Edwardian 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA 1.41 Carat Brown Yellow Cushion Diamond Gold Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Brown and yellow diamond engagement ring. Antique cushion cut natural fancy brownish yellow bezel
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Mid-20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...

1.28 Carat Cushion-Cut Morganite Diamond Accents 14K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
. This Ring is made up of 6x8 mm Emerald-Cut (1 pcs) 1.28 carat Morganite and Round-cut White Diamond (6
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural 5.16 Carat Cushion Cut Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This amazing 14k white gold ring is centered with a gorgeous cushion cut sapphire that weighs
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Late 20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.83 Carat Classic Morganite Cushion Cut and Diamond 10K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace ring. This ring is made up of 9x7 MM Cushion-Cut Prong Setting Morganite (1 pcs) 1.83 Carat and
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

3.05 Carat Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning platinum engagement ring is centered with a lovely cushion cut Ceylon sapphire that
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20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

1.04 Carat Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This amazing 14k yellow gold engagement ring is centered with a sparkling EGL certified cushion cut
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20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.19 Carat Cushion-Cut London Blue Topaz Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 6.0 mm (1 pcs) 1.19 carat Cushion-Cut Prong Setting
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 12.32 Carat Old Mine Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Unparalleled beauty! GIA Certified 12.32 carats old mine cushion brilliant cut diamond engagement
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1950s American 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian Cushion Cut Emerald & Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring 22 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
weigh 0.20 carats with F colour and Si clarity grades. The bright green cushion cut emerald is estimated
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20th Century Unknown Victorian 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

4.20 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 0.70 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning platinum engagement ring. The ring is centered with a lovely cushion cut Ceylon
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20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum 2.83ctw GIA Cushion Ceylon Purple Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
on it! Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Cushion Brilliant Cut - Prong Set
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1990s 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

Classic Cushion-Cut Aquamarine with Round-Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 14K White Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cut 1 pcs 1.34 carat Aquamarine and Natural
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Classic Cushion-Cut Morganite with Round-Cut Diamond 14k Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 14K Rose Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cut 1 pcs 1.28 carat Morganite and Natural
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Classic Cushion-Cut Morganite with Round-Cut Diamond 14k Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 14K Rose Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cut 1 pcs 1.38 carat Morganite and Natural
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA Certified 2.49 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Natural GIA certified green blue cushion cut 2.49 carat
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Mid-20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Platinum GIA Burma No Heat Cushion Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
solid platinum. This vintage ring features a gorgeous, GIA certified, cushion cut sapphire solitaire
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1960s 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 5.74 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1930's sapphire and diamond engagement ring. The center is set with a medium blue simple
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1930s 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

4.12 Carat Pink Tourmaline Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
4.12 carat cushion shape red tourmaline rubellite. 18k yellow gold setting with straight cut
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Late 20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 10 Carat Sri Lanka Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An important 10 carat sapphire engagement ring boasting a most desirable, open and tranquil crystal
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1970s Contemporary 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Krementz 2.46 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Gold Engagement Ring
By Krementz & Co
Located in Stamford, CT
Krementz Cushion cut Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified center stone is set in a
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Late 20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Y...

4.97 CTW Cushion Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Vintage Halo Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an elongated cushion cut diamond weighing 2.81 carats total - L color with I1 clarity
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1990s 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.09 Carat Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring is centered with a lovely GIA certified oval cut ruby that weighs 2.09ct. The
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20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco 2.03 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Foliate Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 1.73 carats - K color with VS clarity
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1930s Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.41 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Bright, crisp, pure blue cushion cut Sapphire and diamond halo engagement ring. Beautiful white
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1970s 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.77 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Mid-Century Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's bright blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified cushion cut bezel set
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Mid-20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.89 Carat Orange Yellow Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Cushion cut 2.89ct orange yellow Sapphire and trilliant cut diamond three-stone engagement ring
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Late 20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Classic Cushion-Cut Blue Diamond with Pink & White Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 950 Platinum & 18K Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cut 1 pcs 2.50 carat, Round-cut 24
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White ...

3.45 Carat Sapphire Diamond Color Change Violet Purple Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
engagement ring. Set with a beautiful GIA certified 3.45 carat cushion cut sapphire that changes color from
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Mid-20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 2.54 Carat Sapphire Diamond Wave Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1940s sapphire and diamond halo wave design engagement ring. Cushion cut GIA certified
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1940s 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 6.07 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950-1960 6.07ct cushion cut Sapphire engagement ring with straight baguette accents in
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1950s 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.28 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring and Wedding Band Set
Located in New York, NY
and weighs 6.8 grams. The engagement ring is size 5 1/2 but it can be resized. The wedding band is
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20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond three-stone engagement ring. Natural GIA Certified brown orange sapphire
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Mid-20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 10.30 Carat Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning platinum ring is centered with a lovely cushion cut sapphire that weighs 10.30ct. The
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20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Gin & Grace Cushion-Cut Yellow Diamond with White Diamonds 18k TT Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 18K Two Tone Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cut 1 pcs 3.01 carat, Round-cut 22 pcs
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

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

Gin & Grace Cushion-Cut Yellow Diamond with White Diamonds 18k TT Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 18K Two Tone Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cut 1 pcs 3.01 carat, Round-cut 24 pcs
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

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

Gin & Grace Cushion-Cut Yellow Diamond with White Diamonds 18k TT Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 18K Two Tone Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cut 1 pcs 0.63 carat, Round-cut 16 pcs
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

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

Gin & Grace Cushion-Cut Pink Diamond with White Diamond 18k TT Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 18K Two Tone Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cut 1 pcs 0.24 carat, Round-cut 20 pcs
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

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

Gin & Grace Cushion-Cut Yellow Diamond with White Diamonds 18k TT Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 18K Two Tone Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cut 1 pcs 3.51 carat, Round-cut 24 pcs
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

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

Gin & Grace Cushion-Cut Yellow Diamond with White Diamonds 18k TT Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 18K Two Tone Gold jewelry boasts with Cushion-cut 1 pcs 0.31 carat, Round-cut 28 pcs
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

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

1930s Art Deco Old Mine Brilliant Cut Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1930s 18k white gold engagement ring set with and old mine brilliant cut diamond cushion
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1930s 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 1.37 Carat Spinel Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
princess cut side diamonds in a platinum setting. 1 cushion cut natural orange red Spinel, approx. total
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Late 20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Platinum

1930s Art Deco Duo 1 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
diamonds and 2x2 rose-cut diamonds. Total weight of the 2 main diamonds : 1 carat approximately. Height
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1930s French Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

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

1930s 1.13ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning platinum ring centers a sparkling GIA certified cushion cut diamond that weighs
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20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 1/2 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Antique 14K Yellow Gold Belcher Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Mine Cut (Cushion) Carat Weight: Aprox 0.50Ct Color: White (H) Clarity: VS We are delighted that
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20th Century Victorian 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AGL Certified 1.53 Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
color simple heat only. 1 cushion cut grayish green SI sapphire, Approximate 1.53ct AGL Certificate
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Mid-20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 0.80 Carats Old Mine Diamond Platinum Foliate Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.80 carat - M/N color with VS2 clarity
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1930s Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

0.93 Carat Pear-Cut Aquamarine Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace ring. The 14k White Gold jewelry boasts Fancy Cushion cut London Blue Topaz (1 pcs) 0.92 Carat and
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 6.40 Carat Color Change Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Light violet purple color change sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified center cushion
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Mid-20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Midcentury 8.80 Carat GIA Garnet Solitaire Ring
Located in METAIRIE, LA
In a Midcentury design, featuring a central GIA Certified 8.80 carat Cushion cut Natural Rich Red
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1960s 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

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

Platinum 3.97ct GIA Ceylon No Heat Purple Sapphire w/ Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 4.92 Grams -- Stone(s): (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Cushion Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Medium to
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Late 20th Century Unknown 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

Engagment ring, 2.35ct Black Diamond Trillions cut side Diamonds 18K white gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Shape: Cushion Carat: 2.35 ct (Approx.), Stones quantity:1 Color: Fancy Black (Enhanced) Grade: AAA
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Late 20th Century Gothic Revival 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Trellis Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 0.45 carat; J color with VS clarity
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1930s Art Deco 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amazing 5.50 Carat Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made of platinum, this ring is centered with a natural cushion cut sapphire that weighs
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20th Century 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1970s 1.05 Carat Oval Green Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
delight to be celebrated. The Charlotte Ring Gem Details The cushion cut bright green sapphire is
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20th Century Unknown Modern 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring

Materials

Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

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1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 1 carat cushion cut vintage engagement ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1 carat cushion cut vintage engagement ring 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 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing 1 carat cushion cut vintage engagement ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Tiffany & Co., Bulgari and Harry Winston each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A cushion cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also antique cushion cut and mixed cut versions for sale. Finding a 1 carat cushion cut vintage engagement ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 24 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 1 Carat Cushion Cut Vintage Engagement Ring?

On average, a 1 carat cushion cut vintage engagement ring at 1stDibs sells for $13,350, while they’re typically $268 on the low end and $800,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.