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34 Carat Diamond Ring

GIA Certified 34 Carat Platinum Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
GIA Certified 34 Carat Platinum Aquamarine and Diamond Ring

GIA Certified 34 Carat Platinum Aquamarine and Diamond Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

This striking ring features an impressive emerald-cut natural aquamarine weighing approximately 34

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Early 2000s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Pinnacle of Perfection: 34 Carat GIA Certified Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Pinnacle of Perfection: 34 Carat GIA Certified Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring

Pinnacle of Perfection: 34 Carat GIA Certified Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

đź’Ž The Pinnacle of Perfection: A 34-Carat Round Brilliant Masterpiece đź’Ž Prepare to be captivated

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2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified .34 Carat Emerald Diamond Two-Tone 14k Gold Ring
GIA Certified .34 Carat Emerald Diamond Two-Tone 14k Gold Ring

GIA Certified .34 Carat Emerald Diamond Two-Tone 14k Gold Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

1930's Art Deco emerald and diamond ring. GIA Certified natural octagonal emerald center stone set

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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Tanzanite Cabochon 34 Carats Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold Setting
Tanzanite Cabochon 34 Carats Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold Setting

Tanzanite Cabochon 34 Carats Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold Setting

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This Tanzanite Cabochon Diamond Cocktail Ring is impressive as it features a Tanzanite Cabochon

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2010s American Modern Dome Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring

Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

carats Round Cut Diamonds: .34 carats Ring Size: 7.25 Complimentary resizing Metal Type: Platinum

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

White Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
White Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring

White Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This enamel ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is set with .34 carats of

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

4.52cts Rubellite Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold  Oval 13.3X8.6mm
4.52cts Rubellite Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold  Oval 13.3X8.6mm

4.52cts Rubellite Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold Oval 13.3X8.6mm

Located in Columbus, OH

sparkle and enhancing the beauty of the ring. With a total diamond weight of 1.04 carats across 34

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Calla  Platinum Ring with Cat’s Eye & Diamond Accents Size 6.5
Calla  Platinum Ring with Cat’s Eye & Diamond Accents Size 6.5

Calla Platinum Ring with Cat’s Eye & Diamond Accents Size 6.5

Located in Greeneville, TN

pure platinum and adorned with .34 carats of natural diamonds, the Calla ring is a celebration of rare

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Chrysoberyl, Cat’s Eye, Platinum

Ring 18kt Rose Gold, Pearl 15.7 mm, Sapphires 1.04 cts. & Diamonds 2.13 cts.
Ring 18kt Rose Gold, Pearl 15.7 mm, Sapphires 1.04 cts. & Diamonds 2.13 cts.

Ring 18kt Rose Gold, Pearl 15.7 mm, Sapphires 1.04 cts. & Diamonds 2.13 cts.

Located in Miami, FL

Yellow Pearl Surrounded by 26 Blue Sapphire Cabochon 1.04 carats and 34 Diamonds. Ring Shank and Gallery

Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Rose Gold

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Cober 6.2 Carat Indigolite Tourmaline and 40 Blue Diamonds & 34 Diamonds Ring
Cober 6.2 Carat Indigolite Tourmaline and 40 Blue Diamonds & 34 Diamonds Ring

Cober 6.2 Carat Indigolite Tourmaline and 40 Blue Diamonds & 34 Diamonds Ring

By Vincent Cober

Located in OSS, NH

6,2 Carat Indigolite Tourmaline and 40 Blue Diamonds & 34 Diamonds Ring by Cober Jewellery Do you

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2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

1.56 Carat Blue Sapphire with .34 Carat Diamonds in Platinum
1.56 Carat Blue Sapphire with .34 Carat Diamonds in Platinum

1.56 Carat Blue Sapphire with .34 Carat Diamonds in Platinum

By Diana Kim England

Located in Red Hook, NY

1.56 Carat Blue Sapphire with .34 ctw Diamonds in Platinum. Tapered band, 4 x 3mm band.

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2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

34 Carat Emerald Cut Citrine Gold Ring w/ Tsavorite, Champagne & Diamond Details
34 Carat Emerald Cut Citrine Gold Ring w/ Tsavorite, Champagne & Diamond Details

34 Carat Emerald Cut Citrine Gold Ring w/ Tsavorite, Champagne & Diamond Details

Located in Bangkok, TH

34 Carat Emerald Cut Citrine 18K Yellow Gold Ring with Tsavorite, Champagne and Diamond Ribbon

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2010s Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gol...

STATEMENT Paris, Ring Rockaway Spinner Diamonds & Pink Gold 1, 34 Carat
STATEMENT Paris, Ring Rockaway Spinner Diamonds & Pink Gold 1, 34 Carat

STATEMENT Paris, Ring Rockaway Spinner Diamonds & Pink Gold 1, 34 Carat

Located in PARIS, FR

Ring Rockaway Spinner in 18K pink gold, set with 258 brilliant cut diamonds quality G-VS, for 1,34

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 1950s Diamond Ring 14 Karat WG .59 Carat TW .34 Carat Center SI1, J
Vintage 1950s Diamond Ring 14 Karat WG .59 Carat TW .34 Carat Center SI1, J

Vintage 1950s Diamond Ring 14 Karat WG .59 Carat TW .34 Carat Center SI1, J

Located in Daytona Beach, FL

center diamond is .34 carat SI1; J The round single cut diamonds surrounding the center bring the total

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Ring
Art Deco Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Ring

Art Deco Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Ring

Located in DALLAS, TX

Art Deco platinum 3.25 carat emerald-cut aquamarine with .34 carat total weight diamond ring. Size

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 14 Karat White Gold and .34 Carat Diamond Ring
Art Deco 14 Karat White Gold and .34 Carat Diamond Ring

Art Deco 14 Karat White Gold and .34 Carat Diamond Ring

Located in Towson, MD

This Art Deco ring was made between 1920-1930. It is made of 14kt white gold and set with 1/3 carat

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1920s Art Deco GIA .34 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
1920s Art Deco GIA .34 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring

1920s Art Deco GIA .34 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

1920s Art Deco GIA .34 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring. This stunning ring has a French origin

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

.34 Carat European Cut Diamond Art Deco Ring, 18 Karat Gold Vintage Solitaire
.34 Carat European Cut Diamond Art Deco Ring, 18 Karat Gold Vintage Solitaire

.34 Carat European Cut Diamond Art Deco Ring, 18 Karat Gold Vintage Solitaire

Located in Greensboro, NC

Art Deco elegance! This exquisite engagement ring from circa 1920’s-1930’s is fashioned in high

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

34 Carats South Sea Pearl White Diamond Daily Wear Ring 18 K Gold
34 Carats South Sea Pearl White Diamond Daily Wear Ring 18 K Gold

34 Carats South Sea Pearl White Diamond Daily Wear Ring 18 K Gold

By Malpani Jewels

Located in Hung Hom, HK

brilliant diamond. The details of the diamond are mentioned below: Color: F Clarity : Vs Ring size can be

Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Lucida Cut Diamond Engagement Ring .34 Ct E-F VVS
Tiffany & Co. Lucida Cut Diamond Engagement Ring .34 Ct E-F VVS

Tiffany & Co. Lucida Cut Diamond Engagement Ring .34 Ct E-F VVS

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co. engagement ring from the Lucida collection finely crafted in Platinum featuring a

Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring

Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring

Located in Houston, TX

ruby carat weight is 1.75. There are thirty-four (34) round diamonds totaling 1.60 carats. Ring is

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Nantucket, MA

of emerald is 2.42 carats, diamonds total .34 carats. Ring size is a 7. The fine jewelry collection

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver

Imperial topaz and Diamond Ring by Pampillonia
Imperial topaz and Diamond Ring by Pampillonia

Imperial topaz and Diamond Ring by Pampillonia

By Pampillonia

Located in Bethesda, MD

anovel Topaz weighing 4.62 carat and 24 diamonds weighing .34 carats. The ring is entirely handmade from

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Platinum

Chrysophase Bullet Ring 14 Karat White Gold 34 Carat Diamond Surround
Chrysophase Bullet Ring 14 Karat White Gold 34 Carat Diamond Surround

Chrysophase Bullet Ring 14 Karat White Gold 34 Carat Diamond Surround

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This Chrysophase Bullet Ring is made in 14K White Gold and is 34 Carats with a Diamond Surround

Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysophrase, 14k Gold

White Gold Diamond Wedding Band 18 Karat Round Brilliant .34 Carat Eternity Ring
White Gold Diamond Wedding Band 18 Karat Round Brilliant .34 Carat Eternity Ring

White Gold Diamond Wedding Band 18 Karat Round Brilliant .34 Carat Eternity Ring

By Beverley K

Located in Greensboro, NC

: Natural Diamonds Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Color: F Cut: Round Brilliant Total Carats: 0.34ctw Style

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.48 Carat Total Weight Pink Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Bypass Ring
0.48 Carat Total Weight Pink Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Bypass Ring

0.48 Carat Total Weight Pink Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Bypass Ring

Located in New York, NY

shaped Pink Diamonds 0.16 Carat, surrounded by 62 Pink Diamonds 0.32 Carat & 34 Round Diamonds 0.21 Carat

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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Antique Edwardian Sapphire Onyx Diamond Bow Cocktail Ring Gold Platinum Garland
Antique Edwardian Sapphire Onyx Diamond Bow Cocktail Ring Gold Platinum Garland

Antique Edwardian Sapphire Onyx Diamond Bow Cocktail Ring Gold Platinum Garland

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

The Lewiston Edwardian sapphire onyx diamond cocktail ring is a bold statement jewelry estate

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum

34 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Cocktail Ring

34 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Greenwich, CT

approximately 34.32 carats, flanked by five round brilliant-cut diamonds at either shoulder, mounted in platinum

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

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Star Sapphire Gold Claw Ring

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

A very unusual unisex yellow gold ring, designed around a natural star sapphire (ca. 6 ct), which is being clawed by the gold ring. Ring size: 8 (with clamp, so can fit smaller fi...

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GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Iconic S/S 2000 Plunging Jungle Dress

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By Gianni Versace Couture

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By Alexander McQueen

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By Pamela Dennis

Located in Leonardo, NJ

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By Randolph Duke

Located in Leonardo, NJ

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MOGOK Burma GRS Switzerland 4.57 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cocktail Platinum Ring
MOGOK Burma GRS Switzerland 4.57 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cocktail Platinum Ring

MOGOK Burma GRS Switzerland 4.57 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cocktail Platinum Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

An exquisite natural untreated and unheated burmese ruby with a certification that states the origin. The side diamonds sum 1 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds and the ring has ...

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2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

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By Gianni Versace

Located in London, GB

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Located in Antwerp, BE

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

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Located in New York, NY

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By Oreste Dalben

Located in Como, IT

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34 Carat Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 34 carat diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and enamel — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 5 antique edition and 6 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 34 carat diamond ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 carat and 1 carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a 34 carat diamond ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Meghna Jewels are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a 34 carat diamond ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 34 Carat Diamond Ring?

On average, a 34 carat diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $4,463, while they’re typically $193 on the low end and $2,320,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 rings, vintage 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 rings, vintage 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.