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French 1950s 1.50 Carat Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Size : 8, Free resize, please contact us.
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Rare 18K Gold Jean Després Aquarius Zodiac Signet Ring, circa 1950's
By Jean Despres
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold signet ring is designed by French Art Deco artist and jewelry maker Jean Després. At
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20th Century French Modernist Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold
1950s French Cartier 7 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
the jewel : approximately 9.7 g.
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
French 1950s Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
1950s.
Our opinion : intended for a slender hand, this antique diamond ring can also be worn on the
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Aquamarine Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
jewelry - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : A nice retro ring that fits perfectly on the finger.
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Aquamarine, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Openwork Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
contact us.
Authentic antique jewelry - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : Very sober, this antique
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Daisy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
.
US Size : 7,75 ; Free resize, please contact us.
Authentic antique jewelry - French work of the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
French 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Knot Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
1950s.
Our opinion : A feminine, luminous ring.
Specialized in antique and creation jewelry since 1975
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Bridal Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
French 1950s Polychrome Tourmaline 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
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Antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : This tourmaline with a very particular cut and
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Dome Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French 1950s Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Retro Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
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Authentic antique jewelry - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : Well in its time, this retro diamond
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
resize, please contact us.
Antique jewelry - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : Delightful, this
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Band Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
work from the late 1950s.
Our opinion: A high quality retro diamond ring.
Specialized in antique and
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Gaucherand 5.10 Carat Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
the 1950s.
Gaucherand, french master hallmark.
Gaucherand was established in Place Vendôme, Saint
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold
French 1950s Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Retro Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : A lovely retro diamond ring, intended for a rather thin hand
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Vintage 1950s French Retro More Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Colorness Stone 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
resize, please contact us.
Authentic antique jewelry - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : A rose
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Knot Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark.
A delightful ring from the 1950s, its setting
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Bridal Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1950s, French Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage 1950s diamond eternity ring is hallmarked to the sides with the French lozenge shaped maker's mark
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Vintage 1950s French Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
French 1950s Eternity Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
g approximately.
US Size : 6,5. No resize.
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Wedding Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s 18 Carat Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : A beautiful antique citrine ring, well in its
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1950s Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
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Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : If you've had enough of the traditional
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
french 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Retro Flower Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
; Free resize, please contact us.
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : The
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Cluster Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1950s 18ct Yellow Gold French Hallmarked, Diamond Buckle Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold Buckle Ring
18ct Yellow Gold French Hallmarked
Circa 1950s
Introducing a stunning
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Mid-20th Century French Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Twist Wedding Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
approximately.
US Size : 5,75 ; No resize.
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : A
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Wedding Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Diamond Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
, please contact us.
Authentic antique jewelry - French work of the 1950s.
Our opinion : A charming pearl
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Engagement Rings
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French geometric Art Deco ring with sapphire and diamonds, circa 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique geometric ring made of 18-karat yellow gold.
Origin: France, 1940s.
Its central point is
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
French 1950s 3.25 Carats Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
from the 1950s.
Our opinion : an antique aquamarine solitaire ring of nice size and intended for the
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Solitaire Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1950s Dendrite Agate 18 Karat Rose Gold Ladies Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
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Antique jewel - French work of the 1950s.
Our opinion : A pretty rose gold signet ring for ladies, with
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French 1950s 26, 2 Carat Aquamarine 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, 750 thousandths, 18 carats, eagle head hallmark.
Remarkable retro ring
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French Retro 1950s Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
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Antique jewel - French work of the 1950s.
Our opinion : The lapis lazuli set in this men's signet ring is
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French, 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Wire Daisy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
: 6 ; Free resize, please contact us.
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Cluster Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Asymmetrical Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : A beautiful model of an asymmetrical tank ring entirely
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1950s French Diamond and Yellow Gold Twist Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage French 0.51 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold solitaire twist
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Vintage 1950s French Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s French Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
1950s white gold solitaire ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
The impressive design is
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Vintage 1950s French Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Dome Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
, please contact us.
Authentic antique jewelry - Work of the 1950s.
Our opinion : A lovely antique ring
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s 18 Karat Rose and White Chiseled Gold Wedding Band Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose and white gold, eagle head hallmark.
A delightful vintage wedding band in
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Wedding Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
French 1950s 7, 80 Carats Aquamarine 18 Karat Rose Gold Retro Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : Here is an antique aquamarine ring that probably
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French 1950s 2.30 Carat Opal Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Charming retro ring, it is decorated with a
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Cluster Rings
Materials
Pearl, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Natural Purple Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gadrooned Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
resize, please contact us.
Antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : A massive and
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings
Materials
Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French Retro 1950s 11.29 Carats Kunzite 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : The kunzite set on this vintage antique is an intense, luminous
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Kunzite, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Openwork Flower Pattern Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Size : 4,5 ; Free resize, please contact us.
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
French 1950s 3, 45 Carats Diamond 18 Karats White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
us.
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : A sublime diamond decorates
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
1950s French 1.45 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
representation of the actual color and showcases each stone.
Condition
This stunning vintage 1950s cocktail ring
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Vintage 1950s French Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French, 1950s, 6 Carats Tourmaline Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
.
US Size : 7,75 ; Free resize, please contact us.
Antique jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1950s French Diamond White Gold Platinum Set Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond.
The 1950s diamond ring is a very good gauge of gold and is in excellent condition the French
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Vintage 1950s French Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
French, 1950s, Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Domed Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : the floral openings and the sapphire of a magnificent
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, ...
French 1950s Ceylon Star Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
; Free resize, please contact us.
Antique jewelry - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : This
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Engagement Rings
Materials
Star Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 1...
French 1950s Art Deco Style Cultured Pearl Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
1950s.
Our opinion : In the style of the Art Deco onyx and pearl ring, it sits perfectly on the finger
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1950s 1.40 Carat Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Thread Dome Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
jewel - French work from the 1950s.
Our opinion : Simply superb.
Specialized in antique and creation
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Dome Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Platinum Diamonds Retro Wedding Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum.
A magnificent full-cut diamond wedding band set with modern brilliant-cut
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Wedding Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1950s White Platinum French Ring with .50 Ct, Diamond Center
Located in Lexington, KY
This beautiful French platinum ring features a warm center diamond, surrounded by 12 brilliant
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Vintage 1950s French Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1950s French 2.06 Carat Diamond and Emerald White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
French mark for 18k gold (eagle's head).
This diamond and emerald cocktail ring is supplied with an
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Vintage 1950s French Engagement Rings
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
1950s French 18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Black Jade Panther Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This spectacular French ring from the 1950s is a exceptional, featuring a prowling panther brought
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Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s French 1.26 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage French 1.26 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold dress ring; part of our
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Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Mid-Century (1950s–60s) French 18K Gold Diamond Cluster Ring Retro Halo
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
An exquisite mid-20th century French ring, this vintage cluster piece features a brilliant 0.80
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Cluster Ring by Boucheron Paris, circa 1950s
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Diamond cluster ring by Boucheron Paris. Set with a round old cut diamond to centre in an open back
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Vintage 1950s French Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Modernist Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
.
Authentic antique jewel - Work of the 1950s.
Our opinion: The diamonds set on this ring with modernist lines
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Vintage 1950s French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
French 1950s Turquoise Cultured Pearls 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
.
US Size : 5,75 ; Free resize, please contact us.
Antique jewelry - French work from the 1950s
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1950s French 2.05 Carat Diamond and Oval Cut Ruby Color Doublet Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
.
This fine French vintage cluster ring been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
The feature oval cut ruby
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Vintage 1950s French Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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1950s French Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact 1950s french ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. If you’re looking for a 1950s french ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1950s french ring over the years, but those made by Cartier, Mauboussin and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A 1950s french ring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 122, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also french cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a 1950s french ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a 1950s French Ring?
Prices for a 1950s french ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $225 and can go as high as $95,835, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,313.
Questions About 1950s French Ring
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is 1950s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- What is a 925s ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2023Yes, 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, 2023Yes, 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.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In 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 ExpertDecember 4, 2023What 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, 2023In 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.