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10.75 Carat Rubellite Tourmaline Cabochon and Diamond Engraved Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous ring features a fine 10.75 carat rubellite tourmaline cabochon of extraordinary color
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Green Tourmaline Cabochon and Diamond Band Ring in Engraved Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
signature ring, specially designed for this lovely gem. The tourmaline cabochon is bezel set by hand with a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Yellow Gold Handmade & Engraved Ring, 5.08 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handsome 18k yellow gold ring is set with a luscious 5.08 carat bright green emerald cabochon
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

9.24 Carat Peridot Cushion and 18k Engraved Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
features a large, fine quality, cushion cut peridot, bezel set in an exquisitely hand-engraved ring with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

2.60 Carat Peridot and Diamond Yellow Gold Engraved Bezel Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty ring features a very bright, sparkling peridot that has been set in an intricately
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

8.16 Carat Chrysoberyl and Diamond Ring, Hand-Engraved 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
extraordinary brilliance and life! The ring was designed to showcase this gorgeous gem, whose sparkling facets
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue-Green Tourmaline and Diamond, Hand-Engraved 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
signature ring designs. The center stone has been beautifully bezel set, with intricate details added around
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

Peridot and Diamond Handmade Yellow Gold Engraved Bezel Band Ring, 3.99 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
exceptional brilliance. Our signature ring was designed to showcase a single gorgeous gem by setting it in an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.75 Carat Green Tourmaline and Diamond, Yellow Gold Engraved Bezel Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous ring features a rich, 6.75 carat, elongated cushion cut olive tourmaline that has
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

5.57 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Handmade Yellow Gold Engraved Bezel Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gorgeous gem by setting it in an intricately engraved, multi-dimensional bezel that is stunning from any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Pink Spinel and 18k Yellow Gold Hand-Engraved Band Ring, 1.93 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
you feel happy every time you wear this ring. The bezel and band are hand-engraved with a gorgeous
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.48 Carat Blue Flash Moonstone and Diamond, Engraved 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the finest quality and highly valued. True gem quality moonstones such as the one in this ring are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Hand Engraved 18k Yellow Gold Ring, 3.57 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful 18k yellow gold handmade ring is set with a vibrant green 3.57 carat emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

2.66 Carat Green Sapphire and 18k Yellow Gold Hand-Engraved Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handsome ring features a bright, 2.66 carat cushion cut green sapphire that has been set in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.16 Carat Aquamarine in 18k Yellow Gold, Hand Engraved Ring with Diamonds
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
their own handmade settings adorn each side of the 7mm wide, hand engraved band. This ring is a modern
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

Opal Cushion and Diamond Hand-Engraved Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gold ring. It is highly translucent with bright red, orange and green play-of-color or "fire." The opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

Chrome Tourmaline Cushion and Diamond Hand-Engraved Band Ring in Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful ring features a richly colored, 1.58 carat chrome green tourmaline that has been set
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Chrome Tourmaline, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.78 Carat Amethyst Square Cushion and 18k Yellow Gold Engraved Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful ring features a lovely lavender color amethyst that has been set in a handmade 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.20 Carat Green Tourmaline Oval and Diamond Hand-Engraved Ring in Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with gorgeous, rich green color! The ring was designed to showcase this brilliant gem, whose body color
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

Tanzanite and Diamond Band Ring in Hand Engraved 18k Yellow Gold, 2.60 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handmade 18k yellow gold ring features a lovely periwinkle color tanzanite. It has been set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9.62 Carat Opal Cushion and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Hand-Engraved Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
yellow gold ring. Set in an intricately engraved bezel with 2 round brilliant diamonds, this opal comes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Australian Opal and Diamond Engraved Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, 6.32 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-engraved bezel. Exquisitely crafted in 18k yellow gold by our Master Jewelers in Los Angeles, this ring is
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

7.56 Carat Rhodolite Garnet and Diamond Band Ring in Engraved 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This engraved bezel ring features a 7.56 carat, rich port-wine color rhodolite garnet and sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Rhodolite, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

5.38 ct. Green Zircon and Diamond Engraved Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautifully handmade ring features a 5.38 carat green zircon set in an intricately hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

5.34 ct. Blue Zircon, Diamond Yellow Gold Bezel Hand Engraved Signet Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
by the exquisite craftsmanship of this handmade ring. The 18k yellow gold bezel showcasing the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Blue Zircon, Zircon, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Engraved Mother-of-Pearl Ring in 18k Gold with Removable Ceramic Bands
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring features an antique, mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter with motifs dating back to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Other, Pearl, Silver, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1.68 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Hand-Engraved Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beautifully engraved handmade bezel accented with a sparkling white diamond on either side. This ring was made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

2.14 Carat Opal Cushion and Diamond Hand-Engraved Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
handmade 18k yellow gold ring. The opal exhibits a variety of colors - predominately green, orange, yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

4.72 Carat Blue Zircon and Diamond Hand-Engraved Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
absolutely stunning set in one of our most popular signature designs. This vibrant gem has the superior
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Zircon, Blue Zircon, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.58 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Hand-Engraved Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty ring features a lovely, bright blue sapphire that has been set in a beautifully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

French 20th Century Silver Engraved Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in silver. Imposing signet ring in silver, it presents a round plate, engraved with characters
Category

20th Century French Belle Époque Signet Rings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Engraved Mid-Century Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a stunning mid-century diamond engagement ring in platinum with lovely engraved shoulders
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Memorial Memento Gold and Gem Set Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1827 18K Yellow Gold Memorial, Memento Ring, measuring 5/8 X 1/2 inch across the top, set
Category

Antique 1820s British George III More Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

French 1930s Red Gem 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
engraved. Height : 7,3 mm approximately, width : 9,3 mm, thickness : 3,6 mm, width of the ring at the base
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.27 Carat High Clear Natural Mozambique Ruby Ring in 22k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
High Clear Natural Mozambique Ruby Ring in 22k Gold. Apart of our carefully curated
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, 22k Gold

3.78 Carat Clear High Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
personalization, Allow us to artfully engrave personalized text upon the ring, transforming it into a cherished
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

4.70 Carat Clear Zambian Emerald & Diamond Crown Ring in 18k White Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
engrave personalized text upon the ring, transforming it into a cherished symbol of your individuality and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring 1.65ct Engraved 14K White Gold Birthstone
Located in Dearborn, MI
Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring 1.65ct 14K White Gold Featuring a Natural 1.00 Carat Round Cut
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

22 Karat Gold Diamond Cluster Ring with Blue, Red, and White Enamel Work
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
22 Karat Gold Diamond Cluster Ring with Blue, Red, and White Enamel Work This incredulous Mughal
Category

2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, horse's head hallmark. The top of this antique signet ring is square
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Antique bangle ring it is formed on its higher half of
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Band Rings

Materials

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

1900s 1, 80 Carat Garnet 18 Karat Rose Gold Engraved Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
garnet, on both sides the departure of the ring is finely engraved. An engraving is also present inside
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Band Rings

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mid-20th Century Hand Engraved Platinum, Sapphire, and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
lively Late-20th Century cocktail ring is crafted from the precious metal and is replete with hand
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian 5 Carat Citrine Ring Gold Antique Belle Epoque Engraved, 1850
Located in New York, NY
antique citrine rings we have seen. The oval faceted Citrine is a fine gem quality Citrine. The citrine
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1880 Victorian Hand Engraved Star Set Pearl and Synthetic Ruby Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
a lovely white seed pearl! This antique three-stone ring features a white seed pearl in the center
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved with Initials Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
oval plate, engraved with the initials "PS", the ring being broad and bulging on the departure and on
Category

20th Century French Belle Époque Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.13 carat designer trillion-cut Tanzanite 18k gold diamond ring/ hand engraved
Located in Birmingham, MI
inspiration for this one- of- a kind hand crafted ring in 18k white gold. Owing to its expert cut and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cober “Engraved Cluster” 1.20 Carat Yellow Diamond and 30 Diamonds Fashion Ring
By Vincent Cober
Located in OSS, NH
gems for our exclusive wedding rings, jewells, and handcrafted watches. We only look for the very best
Category

2010s Dutch Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

22 Karat Gold Nine Precious Gems Cocktail Ring with Blue Enamel Work
Located in Jaipur, IN
22 Karat Gold Nine Precious Gems Cocktail Ring with Blue Enamel Work This immaculate antiquated
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Early 2000s Indian Anglo-Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Cat’s Eye, Diamond, Emerald, Garne...

Cober “Engraved Cluster” with a 1.31 ct Cognac Diamond and 30 Diamonds Ring
By Vincent Cober
Located in OSS, NH
"Engraved Cluster" Ring with 1.31 Carat Cognac Diamond This is a 1,31 ct. Cognac colored Diamond. VS set in
Category

2010s Dutch Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.30 Carat Opal in Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Angeles in order to showcase the high dome, depth of color and life in this gem. The sides of the ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dome Rings

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Cober “Engraved Cluster” with a 1.31 ct Cognac Diamond and 30 Diamonds Ring
By Vincent Cober
Located in OSS, NH
"Engraved Cluster" Ring with 1.31 Carat Cognac Diamond This is a 1,31 ct. Cognac colored Diamond. VS set in
Category

2010s Dutch Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring 18k Gold with Natural Black Diamonds
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
becoming increasingly rare. We set this gem in a beautifully hand-engraved, 18k white gold ring with a
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
webbing. This ring has been custom-made for this beautiful gem, handcrafted in 18k yellow gold by our
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Black Opal and 18k Yellow Gold Handmade Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rich black opal ring will add a touch of colorful elegance to every day! Featuring a 1.28
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Black Opal, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Potpourrie of Colors and Gems so many Colors Ring with Peridot Tourmaline Zircon
Located in Viena, Viena
zircon, purple zoisite, total 3. 99 ct, all weights of the single stones engraved in the ring, in between
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2010s German Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Iolite, Peridot, Tourmaline, Apatite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Ring 1/2ct Original 1920's Antique Hand Engraved 18K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1920's Sapphire Engagement Ring 1/2ct 18K White Gold
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ring Sputnik natural 7.5 ct Gems solid 18K Gold Ø 8.75 / 8.5gr
Located in SE
Retro cocktail Sputnik type ring of Fancy design, very unusually looking thing! Likely
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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Aquamarine, Quartz, Tourmaline, 18k ...

Aquamarine and Diamond Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, 5.17 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous, handmade 18k yellow gold ring features a sparkling aquamarine with beautiful, bright
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

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Engraved Gem Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact engraved gem ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect engraved gem 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. Finding an appealing engraved gem ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Sarosi By Timeless Gems, J DAUPHIN and Chushev each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at an engraved gem ring featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. Most of our engraved gem ring for sale are for women, but there are 410 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Engraved Gem Ring?

Prices for an engraved gem ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $225 and can go as high as $233,904, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,998.

Finding the Right rings for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Engraved Gem Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, all Neil Lane rings are engraved. The designer's name appears in script lettering along the inside of the band. Personal engraving is available from some authorized dealers of Neil Lane jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Neil Lane rings.