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Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Ring .25ct RBC French Cut Original 1930's Platinum
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Diamond & Custom Cut Sapphire Ring .25ct  Platinum
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Vintage 1930s Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1930s French Art Deco Diamonds Platinum Asymmetrical Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work from the 1930s. Our opinion: Here is a beautiful asymmetry for this elegant and timeless Art
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

French 1930s Diamond Platinum Art Deco Dome Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work from the 1930s. Our opinion : This Art Deco diamond ring is in its original condition, it
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dome Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

French 1930s 2.50 Carats Sapphire Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work from the 1930s. Our opinion : The sapphire is absolutely superb, with a deep, intense, navy
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

French Circa 1930s Emerald Sapphire Ruby Gold Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
French made, possibly by Belperron, circa 1930s, 18k gold dome ring, set with rubies, sapphires and
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Vintage 1930s French More Rings

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

French 1930s Red Gem 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
, please contact us. Authentic antique jewelry - French work of the 1930s. Small wear to the setting. Our
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1930s Limoges Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Limoges in France. The setting of this ring is octagonal shape closed set with a polychrome enamel
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Vintage 1930s French Belle Époque Wedding Rings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French 1930s Red Gem 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Antique ring featuring a flat, navette-shaped
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1930s Pessis et Frères Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
: 7,5 ; Free resize, please contact us. Authentic antique jewel - French work of the 1930s. Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dome Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

French 1930s Mabe Pearl Diamonds Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
. Antique jewel - French work from the 1930s. The pearl has probably been changed. Our opinion : A diamond
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

French 1930s Art Deco Calibrated Sapphires Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
, please contact us. Authentic antique jewelry - French work from 1930. Our opinion : A magnificent Art
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1930s Splendid French Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
, please contact us. Authentic art deco diamond ring - Work of 1930s. Our opinion : A rare example of an
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

French 1930s Art Deco Natural Cornflower Certified Sapphire Diamonds Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
; Free resize, please contact us. Authentic antique jewelry - French work from the 1930s. Our opinion
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

French 1930s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Art Deco Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
, please contact us. Antique jewelry - French work from the 1930s. Our opinion : A great classic of this
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bridal Rings

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

1930s French Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1930's French 0.62 carat diamond and platinum solitaire engagement ring; part
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Vintage 1930s French Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Opal and diamond Art Deco ring in platinum, cluster ring, 1930's
Located in PARIS, FR
delicately detailed with scrollwork. This Art Deco period ring dates to circa 1930 and originates from France
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

French 1930s Champagne Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog head hallmark. This exquisite
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

French 1930s Art Deco Style Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
us. Authentic antique jewelry - French work from the 1930s. Our opinion : This art deco diamond ring
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

1930s French Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
collections. This fine and impressive 1930s engagement ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with a
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Vintage 1930s French Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1930s Art Deco 18 Karat White Gold 3.64 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
from the 1930s. Our opinion: A sublime Art Deco diamond ring set with an important diamond. Despite the
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

French 1930s Diamonds Pavement 18 karat White Gold Platinum Round Shape Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
, please contact us. Authentic antique jewelry - French work from the 1930s. Our opinion : Absolutely
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

French 1930s Art Deco 2.79 Carat G.VS Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewel - French work of the year 1930. Our opinion : A diamond of magnificent quality particularly
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

18ct White Gold & Platinum, 1930s French, Diamond and Ruby Cross Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum- French Hallmarked Circa 1930s Step into the
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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

Cartier Art-Deco Star Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring, Circa 1930’s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare and exceptional Art Deco treasure from the most famous French jewelers, Cartier. This
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

18ct White Gold, 1930s French Stamped, Two Row Diamond & Ruby Tank Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring 18ct White Gold French Stamped Circa 1930s Behold this stunning vintage
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Mid-20th Century French Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1930s Emerald Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold You and Me Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
approximately. US Size : 7,5 ; Free resize, please contact us. Antique jewelry - French work from the 1930s. Our
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

French 1930s Art Deco Certified Natural Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewelry - French work from the 1930s. Our opinion : This art deco ring with natural pearl and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1930s Art Deco Blue Gems Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Navette Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
. US Size : 6, Free resize, please contact us. Antique jewelry - French work from 1930. Transformation
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

1930s Ruby Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewelry - 1930's work, art deco ring. Our opinion: The ruby set on this ring is splendid and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Fashion Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1930s Art Deco Diamond Onyx Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewelry - French work of the 1930s. Our opinion : An onyx-diamond ring characteristic of its time
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

1930s Diamond Platinum Art Deco Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewelry - Work of the 1930s. Our opinion : This Art Deco diamond ring will be perfect worn alone
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1930s Art Deco Diamonds Openwork Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. Sublime art deco antique ring, it is set on its top with 2 antique brilliant-cut
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

French 1930s Art Deco 2.66 Carats J.SI2 Diamond 18 K White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
. Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1930s. Our opinion : The diamond is superb. Specialized in
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Solitaire Rings

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

1930s Art Deco Engraved Jade Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 14 karat yellow gold ring. Charming Art Deco ring, it is decorated on the top with a flat
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco More Rings

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Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

1930s Sapphire Diamonds Platinum Art Deco Wedding Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. An Art Deco wedding band, it is adorned with a brilliant-cut antique diamond and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wedding Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1930s French 0.63 Ct Diamond and 18K White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique French 0.63 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold solitaire ring; an
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 3 Stone Diamond Ring .81ct French Cut Arrow Sapphire 18k Original 1930s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1930's 3 Stone .81ct Diamond French Cut Sapphire 18K Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1930s, French, 1.82 Carat Cabochon Cut Opal and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique 1930s cocktail ring is fine quality set with an opal and very well color matched, very high color
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Vintage 1930s French Cocktail Rings

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

1930s Art Deco 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Squarred Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewel - French work of the 1930s. Our opinion : With its beautiful volume on the finger, this art
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

1930s Art Deco Diamond Paving 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
jewel - Work of the 1930s. Our opinion: Although important, this magnificent Art Deco ring perfectly
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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

1930s Cultured Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Art Deco Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 Karat white gold. A great classic of antique jewelry, this ring is adorned with a pearly
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

1930s Art Deco Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, and platinum, mascaron and owl hallmarks. Superb antique ring, all the
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

1930s Art Deco 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphires Diamond Garter Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Called garter, this antique Art Deco ring is decorated on the top of
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

1930s Natural 9.36 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- Work of the 1930s. Our opinion : An Art Deco sapphire-diamond signet ring that has lost none of its
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Signet Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gol...

Antique Circa 1930s 18k Gold Art Deco Natural Onyx Stone Lady Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.8 grams. Ring size is US 6.75 We can make any size. Box
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Onyx, 18k Gold

1930s Art Deco 3 Carat Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold. The top of this sublime art deco ring has a step-cut emerald set on
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

1930s Art Deco 1.75 Carat Amethyst Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, owl hallmark and platinum, mascaron hallmark. Superb antique ring, it
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

1930s Art Deco 11.70 Carats Cushion Tourmaline Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
. Antique jewelry - Work of the 1930s. Our opinion : this Art Deco tourmaline diamond ring has a magnificent
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold,...

1930s Art Deco Duo 1 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, owl hallmark, and platinum, mascaron hallmark. Antique Art Deco ring
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

1930s Art Deco 5.80 Carat Sapphire Diamonds Platinum 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
jewelry - Work of the early 1930s. Our opinion : A very nice ring. Specialized in antique and creation
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gol...

Art Deco Platinum Pearl & Diamond Ring, Circa 1920s–1930s
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This exquisite Art Deco ring, crafted in 950‰ platinum, centers on a luminous cultured pearl framed
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Late Art Deco 0.50 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
A lovely blue sapphire sits between two diamonds in this late art deco three stone ring. The carre
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

1930s Art Deco GIA Certified .60 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 8.5 Metal Type: 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 3.4 grams Center Diamond
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

Art Deco platinum ring with sapphires and diamonds circa 1920/1930
Located in Chorzów, PL
natural sapphires on each side. Origin: France, 1920s/1930s. Ring size: EU 54 Weight: approx. 3.35g
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

French Old Bronze Six-Light Chandelier in Country House Style, France, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A very elegant ring shapped chandelier of old bronze in country house style, France, 1930s. Large
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

French 1930s Platinum 1.25 Carat Diamonds Art Deco Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
resize, please contact us. Authentic antique jewel - French work of the 1930s. Our opinion: Important art
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

French 1930s Art Deco 1.62 Carat Diamonds Round Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work of the 1930s. Our opinion: Elegant and classic, we find in this antique ring the sobriety of
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

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1930s French Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1930s french ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1930s french 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. A 1930s french ring from Chaumet — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 1930s french ring can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 207 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a french cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 1930s french ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 1930s French Ring?

The price for a 1930s french ring starts at $482 and tops out at $175,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,730.

A Close Look at Art-deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

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.

Questions About 1930s French Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 925s ring is a piece of jewelry worn on a finger made of a specific type of precious metal. Specifically, 925s indicated 925 sterling silver. This metal is 92.5 percent pure silver, and the remaining 7.5 percent is another metal like copper. Shop a wide range of sterling silver rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, they did have wedding rings during the 1600s. However, exchanging rings during weddings was not common in all cultures. In Europe, many couples presented each other with rings to symbolize their marriage vows. The wedding ring tradition actually dates back thousands of years to ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome. Explore a wide variety of wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, the French wear engagement rings. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when men presented women with fede rings. These early engagement rings usually depicted a pair of clasped hands on their own or holding a heart, or two joined hearts positioned below a crown. Explore a wide range of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What wedding rings looked like in the 1800s was similar to other Victorian jewelry. The Victorian era spanned from 1837 to 1901, coinciding with the reign of Queen Victoria in the United Kingdom. At the beginning of this period, rings were made of gold and affordable only to the wealthy. Designs for Victorian-era rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Some featured stones secured by collets, settings similar to bezels, with prongs and a closed back. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victorian wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1920s, engagement rings still looked like rings but were representative of a diverse range of styles and influences. Art Deco diamond ring designs took inspiration from the contemporary Cubist movement as well as from ancient Egypt – a revival sparked by the opening of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. Native American, African and Asian motifs also inspired jewelry pieces. Diamonds in square and rectangular shapes incorporating angular steps – like emerald cuts, Asscher cuts and baguettes – were set against black onyx, rubies, sapphires and emeralds to create color-blocking effects. Platinum, 18-karat gold, 14-karat white gold and sterling silver were some of the favored metals of the decade. Find a wide range of Art Deco engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the early 1900s, engagement rings often looked like other jewelry from the Edwardian era, which coincided with the reign of King Edward VII in the United Kingdom from 1901 to 1910. Cutters used new diamond saws and jewelry lathes to refine the old European cut. The resulting stones, designed to sparkle in the light from candles and gas lamps, are beloved by connoisseurs for their inner fire and romantic glow. The invention of the oxyacetylene torch enabled jewelers to use platinum, which had previously been too challenging to work with. This technological advancement made it possible for Edwardian rings to show off lacy filigree and milgrain work. Nature also influenced jewelry in the early 1900s. Flowing and floral garland motifs were so popular that the Edwardian age is sometimes called the "garland era." Find a selection of Edwardian engagement rings on 1stDibs.