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Art Deco Yellow Gold Emerald Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Ring. This original lovely ring features five round emeralds
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

George V 15ct Yellow Gold Ring, Emerald & Pearls
Located in BALMAIN, NSW
George V 15ct yellow gold Ring set with emerald and split pearls, Marked Birmingham 1921 JP Size Q
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1920s Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring with emerald and diamonds 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold ring set with 3.50 carats cushion cut emerald and 82 rose cut diamonds 0.50 carats
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.31Ct Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
emerald and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The pierced
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1880s Unknown Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

GIA Certified 2.33 Carat Emerald Antique Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Regally displayed in it's beautiful fancy antique ten karat 10K yellow gold setting, this vibrant
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1920s American Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Emerald Cut Emerald and 1.78 Carat Diamond Marquise Ring Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional antique 0.42 Ct emerald and 1.78 Ct diamond, 9k yellow gold marquise ring; part of
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1840s Unknown Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1880s Victorian Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.25 Metal Type: 9 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 2.3 grams Color Stone
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1880s Unknown Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.22 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique emerald ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The substantial and impressive pierced
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Early 1900s French Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910s Antique Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
European round cut diamond. The shoulders of this antique emerald and diamond ring in yellow gold
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1910s Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique emerald and diamond dress ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold
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1920s German Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14K Rosy Yellow Gold Ring with .94ct Emerald
Located in Big Bend, WI
Victorian 14K yellow/rosy gold ring featuring a genuine earth mined emerald weighing .94cts. The
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1890s Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Emerald and 1.38Ct Diamond Yellow Gold Marquise Shaped Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cut emerald and diamond ring has been crafted in 15k yellow gold. The pierced decorated marquise
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1910s Unknown Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

.15 Carat Total Weight Emerald Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 3.20 Metal Type: 14 karat Yellow Gold Weight: 2.4 grams Center Diamond Details Type
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1890s Unknown Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Beautiful antique ring, it is set in the center of an
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

Antique Emerald and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Twist Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
emerald ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The twist design setting is
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1920s Unknown Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Natural Emerald & Diamond Engagement Ring, 18k Yellow Gold & Platinum
Located in New York, NY
contrast to the lush emerald. The ring itself is a fusion of platinum and 18k yellow gold, marrying the
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Emerald and Diamond Cluster 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
A vintage emerald and diamond cluster ring in 18 karat yellow gold, circa 1915. This exceptional
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1910s European Retro Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

1920s Antique Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
platinum ring shoulders blend seamlessly with the plain hallmarked 14k yellow gold shank. This emerald and
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian 3.08ctw Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
An original victorian period emerald and diamond ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Centered by a 2.06
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1860s High Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Emerald Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut emerald weighing approximately 0.42 carat Transparent medium green and
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1910s Edwardian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

Antique Edwardian 18k Yellow Gold Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring. This gorgeous ring
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Cert Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
This original antique Art Deco ring features a rich green octagonal step-cut emerald, weighing
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Emerald and Diamond floral cluster ring, 18k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique Emerald and Diamond cluster ring is a true showstopper and exudes regal beauty and
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19th Century British Early Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Emerald Diamonds Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum, mascaron hallmark and in 18 karat yellow gold. Elegant antique ring it presents a
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1920s French Art Deco Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

French 20th Century Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Magnificent antique ring, its oval mounting is
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

NEW Natural Precious Ruby and Emerald Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Warren, NJ
This stunning 14k solid yellow gold ring features a natural precious ruby and emerald set in a
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16th Century Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.50 Carat Emerald and 2.64 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
karat yellow gold trilogy ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections
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1890s Unknown Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

Victorian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
motif shoulders Tested as 18 karat gold Circa: 1800s Ring size: 7 and sizable Measures north to south
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1830s Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

Victorian 0.65 CTW Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stamped for 14 karat gold With partial maker's mark Circa: 1860s Ring size: 6 3/4 and sizable Measures
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1860s Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cocktail Ring - 22K Yellow gold, 0.50ct Emerald, 0.50ct Diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Yellow gold, 0.50ct Emerald, 0.50ct Diamonds Grading Results: Stone Type: Diamond Shape: round Carat
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Early 20th Century European Late Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Coral 9 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Emerald Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 9 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver cocktail ring. Handmade by
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Artisan Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold

7 Carat Oval Shape Natural Emerald Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
10 X 12 MM Oval Cut approximately 7 Ct Natural Emerald Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Size 4.5 Oval
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Early 20th Century Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Emerald and Diamond Ring, circa 1905
Located in Zurich, CH
Exquisite 18 karat yellow gold, platinum, emerald and diamond ring, circa 1905. This delicate ring
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

Antique 2 Carat Colombian Emerald & 2.2 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique Colombian emerald ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting
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1890s Unknown Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

NEW Natural Precious Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Warren, NJ
This breathtaking ring from LaFrancee features a beautiful natural oval-shaped emerald as the main
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15th Century and Earlier Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mindi Mond 12 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Mindi Mond
Located in New York, NY
, SI2-I1) all original 18k sold polished yellow gold handmade shank. Size 7 can be sized 26.26g(gross)
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1880s Unknown Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Emerald Cut Sapphire Yellow and White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Emerald Cut Burmese Sapphire Diamond Yellow and White Gold Ring. Size 4 1/2,easily sized
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Emerald and Diamond Yellow and White Gold Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
collections. This fine and impressive antique emerald and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold
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1920s French Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

19th Century Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clover Shape Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Charming antique ring, it is formed of a clover whose leaves are made
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring. This gorgeous
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1890s Unknown Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18K Gold five Emerald ring
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A lovely antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold and five Emerald ring. The stones in beautiful setting
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19th Century European Late Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald & Pearl Cocktail Ring Handmade Old Age Unknown 14KT Yellow Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Handmade cocktail ring made with natural emeralds and pearls in 14KT yellow gold. GRAM WEIGHT
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Mid-18th Century North American Art Nouveau Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1880s 1.12 Carat Diamond and Emerald Yellow Gold Silver Set Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
emerald, 18 karat yellow gold, silver set twist ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry
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1880s Unknown Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 3.25 Carat Emerald and 1.92 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, fine and impressive Victorian emerald ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold
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1880s Unknown Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

Vintage Retro 14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro 14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring. This classic ring is
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Retro Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

French Art Deco 18 karat Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds and Emerald
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
French Art Deco 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds and Emerald is a stunning piece of jewelry that
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 0.64ct Emerald 0.79ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and diamond ring in yellow gold in the UK Emerald Quality Cut Emerald Content 0.64 carat Dimensions
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1920s Unknown Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

20th Century 1, 40 Carat Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 Karat yellow gold. Charming antique ring, it is decorated on its top of a round cabochon
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

NEW Natural Precious Ruby and Emerald Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold New
Located in Warren, NJ
14k solid yellow gold. The gemstones are accented by dazzling diamonds, making this ring a truly
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16th Century Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Silver Three Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Silver Three Stone Ring. Featuring one cabochon cut
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Early 1900s Edwardian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, fine and impressive antique 1920s emerald ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a palladium
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Black Enamel Ruby Emerald Sapphire Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By David Webb
Located in beverly hills, CA
This exquisite David Webb ring is meticulously crafted from a combination of 18K gold and platinum
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Late 19th Century Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

French 19th Century Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Rose Gold Snake Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose and yellow gold, horse head hallmark. This charming ring is set with 2
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

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

Victorian Marquise ring in 18kt yellow gold and silver with diamonds and emeralds
Located in Milano, IT
, the ring is crafted in 18kt yellow gold and silver. The double row of rose-cut diamonds for 0,69 ct
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1850s English Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Geometric Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
within a 14 karat yellow gold band. The emerald, prominent in size, is cut in a fashion typical of the
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Late 19th Century Victorian Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring. This
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1920s Art Deco Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s 0.42 Carat Emerald and 1.20 Carat Diamond 12K Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique emerald ring has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The pierced
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Cabochon-Cut Emerald and Diamond Vintage Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Finish: High Polish Gemstone: Emerald Metal Color: Yellow Metal: Gold Exact Color: Green Stone
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19th Century American Baroque Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Emerald and White Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Finish: High Polish Gemstone: Emerald Metal Color: Yellow Metal: Gold Exact Color: Green Stone: Gemstone
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19th Century American Baroque Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Moi et Toi Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Ring, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful estate classic diamond and emerald 18K yellow gold Moi et Toi ring. Early 20th Century
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Early 20th Century Modern Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact emerald ring yellow gold antique 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, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 139 vintage editions and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect emerald ring yellow gold antique 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. Finding an appealing emerald ring yellow gold antique — no matter the origin — is easy, but Alberto, Malpani Jewels and Meghna Jewels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An emerald ring yellow gold antique can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 92 Emerald versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for an emerald cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an emerald ring yellow gold antique, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Emerald Ring Yellow Gold Antique?

On average, an emerald ring yellow gold antique at 1stDibs sells for $3,266, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $44,697 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.