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Edwardian 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Old Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A beautiful diamond three stone ring modelled in 18carat gold and the stones set in platinum. The
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

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

Antique Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Antique English 18 karat gold ring with diamonds. The ring has 5 old mine-cut diamonds with an
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Twist Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the interior with the marks for 18k gold (18CT) and platinum (PLAT). This impressive Edwardian
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Vintage 1910s Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18 Karat Gold 1.00 Carat Sapphire 0.73 Carat Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a vintage three-stone ring crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1970. The piece features
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Late 20th Century Modern Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian 5 Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Boat Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1919 Set with 5 Diamonds Size L - can be
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond Ring c1905 5 Stone Band 18k Gold Jewelry Chester
Located in Torrance, CA
Antique Edwardian 5 stone diamond ring (circa 1905), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Five old
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

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

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian 5 Stone Diamond Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Gypsy Band 18ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1911 Makers Mark A M
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby 5 Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
An elegant vintage 5-stone ring, set with 2 round diamonds and 3 round fine quality rubies, in an
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Three Stone White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This charming 18k white gold ring from the Edwardian era is centered with a sparkling old mine cut
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Edwardian 1ct Diamond Ring 18k Gold Platinum Sz 5 Oval Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Art Nouveau diamond ring (circa 1910s) crafted in 18k yellow gold & 900
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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

Edwardian Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
10pts each. Either side of each diamond are pairs of diamonds points. Ring Size: K or 5 1/4 Head Width
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Seven Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1905 Makers Mark H
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian 5 Carat DTW Diamond Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
). The 18K gold setting proudly displays five stunning Old European cut antique diamonds. The center
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Hallmarked Birmingham- date letter has
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
18ct gold. The diamonds total 30pts. Ring Size: K or 5 1/4 Face Width: 4mm Height Off Finger: 3.5mm
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Vintage 1910s British Art Deco More Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 18k Moonstone and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite moonstone and diamond ring from the Edwardian (ca1910) era! Crafted in 18k white gold
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Edwardian Turquoise and Diamond Point Five-Stone 15 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This wonderful turquoise five stone ring is modelled in 18ct gold and features eight small diamond
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum 5 Stone Illusion Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 5 Stone Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Makers Mark H G & S Circa 1900
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Early 20th Century English Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Five Stone Ring 1.4ct Diamond Dated 1909
Located in Kendal, GB
A stunning antique Edwardian five stone diamond ring made in Chester by Edward Durban & Co in 1909
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique Diamond and Synthetic Pink Sapphire Ring, 18k Gold, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
ring features two twinkling old cut diamonds and three juicy synthetic pink sapphires. The gold has
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian 18K Gold 0.43ctw Old Diamond Etched Rectangular Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Cut - Bezel & Pave Set - VS1/VS2 Clarity - G-I
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian 18ct Gold Old Cut Diamond Two Stone and Sapphire Ring, circa 1915
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A very pretty early 20th century 18ct gold and platinum, old cut diamond two stone set with
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Fashion Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Rose Gold Diamond Sapphire Edwardian Cluster Ring 18k Mine .36ctw Stripe Antique
Located in Greensboro, NC
- 1910s Metal Content: 18k Rose Gold & 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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

Antique Edwardian 1.65 carat Five Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Joelton, TN
Antique Edwardian 5 stone 1.65ctw Diamond Ring 18ct Gold and PLAT. The perfect engagement ring! I
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring. This
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Makers Mark H W Ltd Pretty, Edwardian three stone
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Sapphire & Diamond Marquise Shaped Edwardian Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian style oval sapphire & diamond ring in 18k white gold. Ring contains 1 center oval
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped 750 Circa 1910 Fabulous, Edwardian oval
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped 750 Circa 1910 Fabulous, Edwardian oval
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Amethyst & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
diamonds. The stones are set in white gold & mounted on a lovely 18ct yellow gold band with diamond set
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
are gorgeous diamonds. The sapphire measures 20pts and the diamonds measure 3pts each. Ring Size: K
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Lattice Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Fabulous, Edwardian marquise shaped ring
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
stone are diamonds totalling 16pts. All modelled in 18carat gold and stones set in platinum. Ring Size
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Ring Featuring Pearls and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian ring featuring two pearls and 22 diamonds set in platinum, with an 18 karat gold shank
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond, 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Marquise Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
18ct gold with diamond shoulders. Ring Size: K or 5 1/4 Face Dimensions: 15x8mm Weight: 3.1g
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Antique 1.30Ct Sapphire 1.08Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sapphire and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The impressive pierced decorated scrolling
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Vintage 1910s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Gorgeous antique Edwardian eighteen karat 18K white gold ring with its regal oblong shape features
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Antique 1890s American Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Large 14 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous amethyst and diamond ring from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 18kt gold, this
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Pearl Ruby and Diamond 18ct White Gold Quatrefoil Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb Edwardian period cluster ring. Solid 18 carat white gold shank with yellow gold head and
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20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, White Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond Cluster Ring in 0.50ct of Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
/ Platinum (tested) Stone: Diamonds (approx. 0.50ct total) Measures: Size K (UK), 5 1/2 (US) - Can be sized
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20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Style Sapphire Diamond Trilogy Ring 2ct Sapphire
Located in Kendal, GB
stones are set securely in pronounced claw mounts, modelled in 18ct white gold with Sheffield hallmarks
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Early 2000s European Edwardian Engagement Rings

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

Edwardian Belle Epoque Natural Pearl Diamonds White Gold Platinum Crossover Ring
Located in London, GB
: 23.31mm / 0.92in Length: 19.07mm / 0.75in Width: 22.79mm / 0.89in Ring size : 5 ¼ – 50 – K All our items
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Fashion Rings

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

Antique 18ct White Gold French Diamond Single Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Engagement Ring 18ct White Gold-French Eagles Head Stamped Circa 1920’s Fabulous
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Edwardian Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring 1.15ct Ruby
Located in Kendal, GB
vitality to any relationship. The stones are all held in platinum claws with an 18ct yellow gold back and
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
gold and stones set in platinum claws. Ring Size: K 1/2 or 5 1/2 Face Width: 6mm Height Off Finger
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Antique Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Ring in 1.20 Carat Sapphire
Located in Kendal, GB
A magnificent antique Edwardian ring modelled in 18ct gold and claw set with three vibrant blue
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20th Century European Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Mine Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Edwardian old mine diamond engagement ring is crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold. The center holds a
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Opal Diamond Cluster Ring in 10ct Opal
Located in Kendal, GB
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20th Century European Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Three Row Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an Edwardian 18ct yellow gold three row ring. The ring features 5 rubies, 5 diamonds and 5
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20th Century Cluster Rings

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

Antique Edwardian Opal Diamond Ring 2.4 Carat Opal Dated 1906
Located in Kendal, GB
x Depth 5mm METAL: 18ct Gold (Stamped) STONES: Natural Opals (approx. Centre 5 x 8mm, 1ct – Sides
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold2
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a luxurious 18k yellow gold ring adorned with a captivating 1.30 carat oval ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary European Edwardian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.23 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring, circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.23 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set solitaire
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Vintage 1910s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 0.78 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique diamond ring has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold with a platinum setting. The millegrain
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Chester 1917 Pretty, little three stone
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

1920s Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Edwardian engagement ring as been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The pierced
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early 20th Century 18ct Gold European Cut Diamond Band Ring Circa 1910
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A beautiful early 20th century eight stone old European cut diamond ring dating from circa 1910
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Vintage 1910s European Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique Edwardian gold-shanked ring is set with a four-and-a-half carat oval-cut emerald
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Antique Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Snake Ring, circa 1907
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional antique 0.29 carat sapphire and 0.24 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold snake ring
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Antique Early 1900s Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Platinum Topped 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Located in McLeansville, NC
An Edwardian platinum topped 18 karat yellow gold diamond horseshoe brooch. This brooch features a
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches

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

Antique Necklace 13 Natural 14ctw Gems solid 14/ 18K Gold / 5.8gr
Located in SE
stones are set into solid 14 K Yellow Gold clusters, the chain is made of solid 18K Yellow Gold. Likely
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

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5 Stone Edwardian Diamond Ring 18k Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of 5 stone edwardian diamond ring 18k gold 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. Our collection of these items for sale includes 737 vintage editions and 24 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect item from our selection of 5 stone edwardian diamond ring 18k gold may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of 5 stone edwardian diamond ring 18k gold — no matter the origin — is easy, but Single Stone, Moira Fine Jewellery and Tiffany & Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and old mine cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an object in our assortment of 5 stone edwardian diamond ring 18k gold, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 5 Stone Edwardian Diamond Ring 18k Gold?

The price for a piece of 5 stone edwardian diamond ring 18k gold starts at $356 and tops out at $55,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,718.

A Close Look at edwardian Jewelry

Antique Edwardian jewelry is named for King Edward VII of Great Britain, who ruled from 1901 until 1910. Classic Edwardian necklaces, engagement rings, earrings and other jewelry are often overshadowed by the more popular style of the era, Art Nouveau, which is a shame. At its best, Edwardian jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron.

Edward introduced incredibly formal Buckingham Palace court presentations, balls and soirées, resulting in a huge demand for diamond jewels starting with his coronation in 1902. Dozens of tiaras and formal jewels in an updated 18th-century style were purchased from French jewelers Boucheron and Chaumet and from Russia’s Fabergé. The court jewelers Asprey, Garrard, Carrington and the newly opened London branch of Cartier were all overwhelmed with orders for sumptuous diamond jewelry to be worn at the king’s elaborate coronation.

During the Edwardian era, pearls were more valuable than diamonds. The pear-shaped pearl La Peregrina, for example, belonged to some of the most fabulous and strongest women in history and bounced among royal courts in Spain, France and Russia for several centuries. So while today the scale and clarity of a diamond ring matters, back then the size and quantity of your pearls was more important a declaration of wealth. And just as Victorian notions of propriety and femininity began to change after Queen Victoria died in 1901, jewelry design also evolved but there was some overlap with late Victorian styles.

Women of the Edwardian period sported bejeweled headpieces like tiaras and bandeaus with feathered aigrettes. Another popular piece of jewelry that is said to have been directly inspired by Queen Alexandra were colliers de chien, or dog collars — today's choker necklaces — which consisted of either a ribbon decorated with a brooch, a gemstone or several strands of pearls strung closely together.

Two major jewelry houses, Cartier and Boucheron, were founded in the mid-1850s, and by the beginning of the 20th century, the wealthy considered them household names. The Cartier brand became even more desirable once the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Cartier took this title seriously and designed some of the most innovative jewelry of its day, since it was willing to experiment with new materials like platinum and because it was mindful of fashion trends. Filigree settings also became popular. This saw-piercing technique was decorative and at the same time created a sense of lightness.

Perhaps even more important than Cartier’s use of platinum was the founding of De Beers Consolidated Mines Limited in 1888. The discovery of new diamond mines made the stone more affordable and prompted the introduction of new gemstone cuts. It is not uncommon to see Edwardian jewels with baguette or briolette diamonds.

Find antique Edwardian rings, bracelets, watches and other 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.