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Vintage 2.28 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring, circa 1950
Vintage 2.28 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring, circa 1950

Vintage 2.28 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring, circa 1950

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1950's 2.28 carat diamond and platinum full eternity ring

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Vintage 1950s Band Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 2.38 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950
Vintage 2.38 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950

Vintage 2.38 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.38 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold full eternity ring

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage 4.12 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950
Vintage 4.12 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950

Vintage 4.12 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

eternity ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The full eternity ring is composed of sixteen claw set

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1950's Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Eternity Wedding Band Vintage Ring
1950's Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Eternity Wedding Band Vintage Ring

1950's Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Eternity Wedding Band Vintage Ring

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This 14 karat white gold vintage diamond eternity band is a timeless piece with a charming antique

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Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1950's 5.00 Carat Marquise Diamond Eternity Band in Platinum
1950's 5.00 Carat Marquise Diamond Eternity Band in Platinum

1950's 5.00 Carat Marquise Diamond Eternity Band in Platinum

Located in New Orleans, LA

Indulge in the opulent allure of a 1950s marquise diamond eternity band exquisitely crafted in

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Vintage 1950s European Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950s Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
1950s Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

1950s Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive 0.27 carat diamond and platinum full eternity ring; part of our diverse

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1950s, French Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
1950s, French Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

1950s, French Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive vintage French 0.75 carat diamond and platinum full eternity ring; part of

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Vintage 1950s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 2.55Ct Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
Vintage 2.55Ct Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

Vintage 2.55Ct Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1950's 2.55 carat diamond and platinum full eternity ring

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Vintage 1950s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1.43 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
Vintage 1.43 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

Vintage 1.43 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1950's 1.43 carat diamond and platinum full eternity ring

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950s Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
1950s Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

1950s Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive vintage 0.90 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold full eternity ring; part

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1.80 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
Vintage 1.80 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

Vintage 1.80 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive vintage 1950's 1.80 carat diamond platinum full eternity ring; part of our

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

4.02 Ct. Vintage 1950s Platinum Diamond Eternity Band Ring
4.02 Ct. Vintage 1950s Platinum Diamond Eternity Band Ring

4.02 Ct. Vintage 1950s Platinum Diamond Eternity Band Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

A truly mesmerizing and rare vintage find, this exceptional eternity band ring dates to the 1950s

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Vintage 1950s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 3.42 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Vintage 3.42 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Vintage 3.42 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive 3.42 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold full eternity ring; part

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage 2.57 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
Vintage 2.57 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

Vintage 2.57 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1950s 2.57 carat diamond and platinum full eternity ring

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Vintage 1950s French Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1.10ct Diamond Full Eternity Ring, c.1950s
Vintage 1.10ct Diamond Full Eternity Ring, c.1950s

Vintage 1.10ct Diamond Full Eternity Ring, c.1950s

Located in London, GB

Exquisitely crafted in 18 carat white gold, this full eternity ring dates back to the 1950s. A

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Vintage 1950s British Wedding Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 3 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring in White Gold
Vintage 3 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring in White Gold

Vintage 3 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring in White Gold

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

eternity ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and

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Vintage 1950s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ruby and 9 Carat Gold Half Eternity Ring
Vintage Ruby and 9 Carat Gold Half Eternity Ring

Vintage Ruby and 9 Carat Gold Half Eternity Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This lovely half eternity holds a strip of square cut rubies which reach around half of the 9ct

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings

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Ruby, Gold

Vintage French 1.10 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Vintage French 1.10 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Vintage French 1.10 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

eternity ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and

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Vintage 1950s French Band Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Retro Platinum Hammerman Brothers Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring
Vintage Retro Platinum Hammerman Brothers Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring

Vintage Retro Platinum Hammerman Brothers Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring

By Hammerman Brothers

Located in Great Neck, NY

: Platinum Weight: 2.7 Grams Total Diamond Weight: 0.30 CTS Diamond Color: H Diamond Clarity: VS2 Ring

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Vintage 1950s Retro Wedding Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1.76 Carat Diamond and 18k Rose Gold Three Quarter Eternity Ring
Vintage 1.76 Carat Diamond and 18k Rose Gold Three Quarter Eternity Ring

Vintage 1.76 Carat Diamond and 18k Rose Gold Three Quarter Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

vintage 1950's three quarter eternity ring is fine quality set with very high colour graded diamonds

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Vintage 1950s French Band Rings

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Vintage French 1.89 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Vintage French 1.89 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Vintage French 1.89 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive vintage 1950s 1.89 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold full eternity ring

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Vintage 1950s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Platinum Two-Row Eternity Wedding Band Ring
Diamond Platinum Two-Row Eternity Wedding Band Ring

Diamond Platinum Two-Row Eternity Wedding Band Ring

Located in New York, NY

This elegant two-row eternity band is made in fine platinum and pave-set with an estimated 2.75

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Vintage 1950s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Ruby and 18 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Ring
Vintage Ruby and 18 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Ring

Vintage Ruby and 18 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This lovely half eternity holds a strip of square cut rubies which reach around half of the 18ct

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Gold

Vintage Elizabeth II 0.90Ct Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring 1958
Vintage Elizabeth II 0.90Ct Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring 1958

Vintage Elizabeth II 0.90Ct Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring 1958

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive vintage baguette cut 0.90 carat diamond and platinum full eternity ring; part

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Vintage 1950s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman New York Classic Eternity Ring in Platinum with 41 Round Diamonds
Oscar Heyman New York Classic Eternity Ring in Platinum with 41 Round Diamonds

Oscar Heyman New York Classic Eternity Ring in Platinum with 41 Round Diamonds

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Miami, FL

Eternity ring designed by Oscar Heyman & Brothers. Beautiful vintage eternity ring, made in New

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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Band Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Mid Century diamond platinum eternity band
Mid Century diamond platinum eternity band

Mid Century diamond platinum eternity band

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Mid Century platinum eternity band shimmers with thirty-seven bright single cut diamonds

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Vintage 1950s Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Channel Set Platinum Diamond Eternity Band
Channel Set Platinum Diamond Eternity Band

Channel Set Platinum Diamond Eternity Band

Located in Venice, CA

thick width, making it a substantial eternity band. The ring looks good alone or stacked with other

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Vintage 1950s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.15 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Semi Eternity Band Ring
2.15 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Semi Eternity Band Ring

2.15 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Semi Eternity Band Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

and eye clean diamonds cover the face of the ring in dazzling sparkle. Excellently cut, the diamonds

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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

French 1950s Eternity Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Ring
French 1950s Eternity Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Ring

French 1950s Eternity Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Ring

Located in Poitiers, FR

Alliance ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark. It is decorated on all its turn of

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Vintage 1950s French Retro Wedding Rings

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

Eternity Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band Single Cut .90 TDW
Eternity Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band Single Cut .90 TDW

Eternity Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band Single Cut .90 TDW

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Eternity Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band Single Cut .90 TDW This vintage eternity band is finely

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Vintage 1950s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Band
Vintage Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Band

Vintage Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Band

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This full eternity band holds 5pt princess cut diamonds which carry on around the band. The stones

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Round Brilliant Diamond Eternity Band (Approx. 0.40-Carats), Platinum
Vintage Round Brilliant Diamond Eternity Band (Approx. 0.40-Carats), Platinum

Vintage Round Brilliant Diamond Eternity Band (Approx. 0.40-Carats), Platinum

Located in New York, NY

vintage platinum eternity band, we invite you to contact us to reserve the ring and to receive additional

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Band Rings

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Platinum

Mid Century 1.70 carat diamond platinum half eternity band
Mid Century 1.70 carat diamond platinum half eternity band

Mid Century 1.70 carat diamond platinum half eternity band

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This elegant Mid Century ring from the 1950s showcases ten finely matched carré cut diamonds

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Vintage 1950s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Selection of Vintage Eternity Bands
Selection of Vintage Eternity Bands

Selection of Vintage Eternity Bands

Located in New York, NY

A Selection of Vintage Eternity Bands from our varied collection.. The cuts include French cut

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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Eternity Band
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Eternity Band

Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Eternity Band

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This fabulous diamond eternity band features diamonds all the way around the band. The 3pt diamonds

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Vintage 1950s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Retro Platinum Engraved Carre Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Vintage Retro Platinum Engraved Carre Cut Diamond Eternity Band

Vintage Retro Platinum Engraved Carre Cut Diamond Eternity Band

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Vintage Retro Platinum Engraved Carre Cut Diamond Eternity Band. This beautiful band is

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1950s 4.00 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Vintage 1950s 4.00 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Eternity Band

Vintage 1950s 4.00 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Eternity Band

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum with 13 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 4.00 carats. 4mm wide Circa 1950s Size 5 1/2

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Vintage 1950s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat Gold Half Eternity Band
Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat Gold Half Eternity Band

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat Gold Half Eternity Band

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This half eternity band holds 20points worth of shimmering diamonds. The stones are set within the

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity
Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This half eternity band has a slight wave which is lovely worn alone or works well stacked with a

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity
Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This half eternity band also has ornate shoulders that mimic the look of two diamonds. The diamonds

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Carre Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Carre Cut Diamond Eternity Band

Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Carre Cut Diamond Eternity Band

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck, NY

Retro Cartier carre cut eternity band is crafted in 18k yellow gold. This gorgeous ring features step

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Vintage 1950s Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Eternity Band
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Eternity Band

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Eternity Band

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

stones measure 5pts each. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Band Width: 4mm Weight: 4.3g

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Vintage 1950s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band
Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This half eternity band holds approx 25points worth of shimmering diamonds. The stones are set

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band
Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This half eternity band holds 25points worth of shimmering diamonds. The stones are set within the

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band
Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This half eternity band holds 25points worth of shimmering diamonds. The stones are set within the

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band

Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Band

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This half eternity band holds 25points worth of shimmering diamonds. The stones are set within the

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Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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Eternity Ring 1950 For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact eternity ring 1950 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, Platinum and White Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 309 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect eternity ring 1950 among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A eternity ring 1950 from Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Oscar Heyman — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A eternity ring 1950 can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 131, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also french cut cut and square cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a eternity ring 1950, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Eternity Ring 1950?

The price for a eternity ring 1950 starts at $340 and tops out at $55,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,098.

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 ringsvintage 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 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 Eternity Ring 1950
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    An eternity ring symbolizes never-ending love. It is generally given by a spouse to their wife on a special date in their relationship.
  • Eternity rings are usually used as wedding rings and are given at weddings. They can also be given as anniversary presents.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A diamond eternity ring is a ring that features multiple diamonds, adorned in an endless circular design. This ring normally features a band set with a continuous circle of diamond stones in a manner that can be very glamorous. Diamond eternity rings are available in a variety of styles including Contemporary, Victorian, Retro, Art Deco, Modern, Edwardian, Empire, Renaissance, and Artisan. Find a collection of antique and vintage diamond eternity rings on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    There is no certain stone that an eternity ring should be. It is a matter of personal preference. Many people choose eternity rings with diamonds to match wedding rings. However, you can also find eternity rings with emeralds, rubies, sapphires and other gemstones. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of eternity rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some eternity or infinity rings feature diamonds, while some feature other gemstones. An eternity ring is a continuous band that is set with a string of gemstones centered in the band. It’s meant to symbolize never-ending love and is often given as a gift on an anniversary. Many people like to have their infinity ring adorned with diamonds, other people simply prefer a different gemstone. Shop a collection of eternity rings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A half eternity ring means that stones are only set around the top half or three-quarters of the ring. This can be a practical design because it is more comfortable and can allow for larger stones.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    In what year of marriage you get an eternity ring varies. Traditionally, diamonds are the gift for a 60th anniversary. As a result, some people wait until they have been married for 60 years before purchasing one. However, you can choose to mark any anniversary with an eternity ring if you wish. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of eternity rings.