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Retro Engagement Ring Diamond 0.15 Carat Yellow Gold and White Gold 18 Carat
Located in Vannes, FR
Retro Engagement Ring Diamond 0.15 Karat Yellow Gold and White Gold 18 Karat
This engagement ring
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1950s French Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Retro Engagement Ring - 14k European .45ct Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4
Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 3 sizes for $30
Era: Retro
Date: 1930s - 1940s
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1930s Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Retro Engagement Ring - 14k Transitional Cut .59ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4
Sizing Fee: Down 2 for $30 or up 2 for $35
Era: Retro
Date: 1940s
Metal Content: 14k
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1940s Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 0.68 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Engagement ring is designed with a stylized square form head, fishtail set shoulders, and a knife
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro 0.63 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring, circa 1940
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stamped for platinum
Circa: 1940s
Ring Size: 5 3/4 & sizable
Measures: 5.6 mm wide and sits 6.3 mm high
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro Era Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Crafted in the 1940s from 14k white gold and platinum, this stunning band is set with an Old European cut diamond center stone measuring approximately 0.51 carats, EF color VS2 clari...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Retro Solitaire Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An authentic retro gemstone engagement ring, circa 1940s. This vintage heirloom features a lovely
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Retro Diamond Engagement Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro diamond engagement 18K and 14K yellow gold ring centering one prong set, old European cut
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 1.63 Carats Old Mine Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ring Size: 7 1/4 & sizable
Measures North to South 6.8 mm and sits 7.0 mm high
Total weight: 4.9
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro 1.17 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Circa: dated 1941. Ring size: 5 (inquire for sizing). Measures: North to South 6.5 mm and sits 5.0 mm
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro Era Two Tone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Crafted in the 1940s in 14kt white and yellow gold, this stunning two-tone ring features an Old
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Era Two Tone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This stunning two-tone ring set in 14kt yellow and white gold is designed around an Old European
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro 1.02cts Diamond Open Work Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Retro Diamond Filigree Platinum Engagement Ring.
This ornately carved open work 1950s
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Retro Platinum Old European Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Platinum Old European Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This classic Retro
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Retro Art Deco Inspired Diamond Engagement Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamonds .28pts.
COLOR/clarity: H/SI2
brand: UNBRANDED
metal: Platinum
type: RING
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Late 20th Century American Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1940's Retro 1.29 Carats Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with G to I color and VS clarity
Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold
Circa: 1940s
Ring Size: 5 1/2
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Platinum Natural Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Platinum Natural Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring. This gorgeous
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.14ctw Retro Diamond Ring, 18k White Gold, Ring Size 5, Engagement Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
everyone's attention. Whether worn as an engagement ring or as a statement piece, this retro diamond ring is
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1990s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro .05ctw Diamond Engagement Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
A retro 14 karat yellow gold diamond engagement ring. This stackable ring features a three stone
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1990s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
17.16 Carat Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details:
Ring Size: 8
Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 7
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Platinum Colombian Emerald Diamond Baguette Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Platinum Colombian Emerald Diamond Baguette Engagement Ring. This beautiful
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Retro 6.05 Carat Padparascha Peach Tourmaline Oval Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This energetic ring will reel you in with its ravishing pinkish orange tourmaline taking center
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1980s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & CO Retro Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 3.03ct
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
A simply outstanding diamond engagement ring from the Retro (ca1940) era by the famed maker Tiffany
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Retro Platinum & Round Mixed Cut 0.95 Ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine retro diamond engagement ring.
Set in a platinum mounting.
With a ca. 0.95 ct round mixed
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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Retro 3.89 Carat Pink Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vivacious, vintage pink sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Centered by a GIA certified 2.14
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Retro Tiffany and Co Platinum Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Retro Tiffany and Co Platinum Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. This classic engagement
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1950s American Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
.55 Carat Retro Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 7
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 1.80 grams
Center Diamond
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Retro 1.90 Carat Old Euro-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1945
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Retro era ring showcases a 1.90-carat old European cut diamond set in prongs. The
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Retro Platinum Cathedral 0.74 Ctw Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Retro three-stone diamond engagement ring.
Set in an American platinum cathedral setting by
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Retro Signed 14K & 18K Gold & Diamond Engagement Ring by Hirsch & Oppenheimer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine, signed retro gold and diamond engagement ring.
By Hirsch & Oppenheimer.
In both 14k
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Retro Gold 0.65 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Colorless Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 14kt YG 3.4g Vintage Diamond ring set with three round brilliant diamonds weighing
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1970s North American Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Retro 14K White Gold .37 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Retro 14k white gold .37 carat old european cut diamond engagement ring
Era: Retro C. 1940s
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
1950s Retro 1.00 Carat Aquamarine and .60 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
1950s Retro 1.00 Carat Aquamarine and .60 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Item Details
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Retro Revival Pink Tourmaline 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The San Clémente vintage engagement ring. A most intriguing and vibrant pink tourmaline set within
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, White Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-Century Retro 14k White Gold & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century gold & diamond engagement ring.
In 14 karat white gold with a retro openwork
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Retro Gold 1.2 Carat EGL Certified Natural Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro Gold 1.2 Carat EGL Certified Natural Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring 1950
Magnificent
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Retro Era 0.7 Carat 18K White Gold Old Mine Cut Engagement Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are in love with this vintage twist on a classic solitaire design.
This lovely ring features a
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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro-Era 1.60 Carat Princess-Cut Diamond 14K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Lovely vintage diamond engagement ring centering a roughly 1.60 Carat Princess-Cut Diamonds
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20th Century Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
Retro 0.70 CTW Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and bright
With milgrain detail and gold shank
Tested as 14 karat gold
Circa: 1940s
Ring size: 6 and
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Retro 0.95 CTW Transitional Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gallery
Tested as 14 karat gold
Circa: 1940s
Ring Size: 6 1/4 & sizable
Measures: North to South 6.7 mm
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro 0.53 CTW European Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Blossom Engagement Ring
By Orange Blossom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
rounded shank
Stamped for 14 karat gold
With maker's mark for RingCraft
Circa: 1940s
Ring size: 4 1/2 and
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 1.90ct Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, H Color, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Retro era ring with 1.90 carat H color SI1 clarity transitional cut diamond in box prongs
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1950s Art Deco Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Two tone platinum and 18KT yellow gold engagement ring royal retro ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Two tone diamond ring in platinum and 18KT yellow gold, beautiful retro ring.
GOLD: 18KT gold and
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20th Century Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mid-Century 1.66 Carats Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circa: 1950
Ring size: 4 3/4 and sizable
Measures North to South 7.0 mm and sits 7.0 mm high
Total
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Abel Bros & Co. Retro 1.03 Carats Diamond 18 Karat Gold Square Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamond set in 18 karat white gold, this Abel Bros & Co. vintage engagement ring is a timeless classic
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro 0.49 CTW Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With maker's mark
Circa: 1940s
Ring size: 6 1/4 and sizable
Measures north to south 5.0 mm and sits
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1940s Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Retro 1.18 CTW Old European Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
platinum
Circa: 1940
Ring size: 6 1/2 and sizable
Measures north to south 6.0 mm and sits 4.5 mm high
Total
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1940s Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro Old European Cut Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold
With maker's mark
Circa: 1940s
Ring size: 5 3/4 and sizable
Measures north to south 5.5 mm and
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century 1.57 Carats Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Engagement ring centers a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 1.33 carats total - D color with SI2
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro Gold 1.01 Carat Natural Marquise F-G VS Diamond Engagement Ring Circa 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 14k Yellow Gold Natural Marquise and baguette diamond engagement ring.
The 0.45 carat
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Retro Diamond Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
An exquisite example of Retro jewel, simple and elegant.
This ring is hand-crafted in 18k white
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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-Century Transitional Cut 1.60 Carats Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Engagement ring centers a round transitional cut diamond weighing 1.25 carat total - H color with
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro 0.30 CTW Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Number: We-11039
Wrap your ring finger like a gift with this delightful bow motif engagement ring. Sleek
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1940s Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Transitional Cut 0.89 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 0.14 carat total - well matched to center. Stamped for platinum. Circa: 1950's. Ring size: 8 and
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Heart Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. With engraved wheat motif shank and partial inscription. Stamped for platinum. Circa: 1950's. Ring size
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1950's Mid-Century 1.36 Carats Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
total approximately 0.30 carat - G/H color with VS clarity
Stamped for platinum
Circa: 1950s
Ring
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA 25.00 Carat Retro Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 9
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 12.8 grams
Center
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1950s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century 0.90 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
clarity
Stamped for platinum
Circa: 1950s
Ring Size: 6 1/4 & sizable
Measures: 6.3 mm wide and sits
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Mid-Century 0.60 Carat Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Circa: 1950's. Ring size: 5 and sizable. Measures: North to South 6.0 mm and sits 5.5 mm high. Total
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1950s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one transitional cut diamond weighing
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1940s Retro Vintage Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Retro Vintage Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs
Find an expansive variety of retro vintage engagement rings available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. Our collection of retro vintage engagement rings includes designs that are universally popular, but Retro and Art Deco styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Ansuini are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A selection of round cut, old european cut and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of retro vintage engagement rings, as most of the options available are for women.
How Much are Retro Vintage Engagement Rings?
Prices for retro vintage engagement rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $275 and can go as high as $420,000, while retro vintage engagement rings, on average, fetch $4,175.
Finding the Right rings for You
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
Questions About Retro Vintage Engagement Rings
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vintage engagement ring is generally defined as an engagement ring that is 20 to 80 years old. By definition, “antique” applies to anything that is 100 years or older. The most popular vintage styles for engagement rings are Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco. Vintage engagement rings could feature traditional diamonds or colored gemstones. Find a wide variety of vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023A vintage-style engagement ring is a piece of bridal jewelry designed in the style of rings produced in the past. Many vintage-style engagement rings borrow elements from Victorian, Art Deco or Edwardian jewelry. Although the rings may closely resemble authentic antique or vintage rings, they are actually contemporary pieces produced in recent years. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, vintage engagement rings are popular among some people. Many find the details of rings produced during the last 20 to 99 years to be visually appealing. In fact, some contemporary jewelry makers even draw inspiration from vintage designs. Some people also prefer vintage rings because they inherit them from relatives or because they like the idea of wearing an engagement ring that has a history. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023A vintage engagement ring is generally any engagement ring that dates back 20 to 80 years. Rings that are 100 or more years old are antiques. The design of a vintage engagement ring is influenced by each era's artistic visions, cultural movements and preferences in materials, gemstones and motifs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023You can buy vintage engagement rings from many sources. Local estate sales, auctions and secondhand shops can be good local sources. Another option is to shop for vintage pieces on trusted online platforms. You can find a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023You can find vintage engagement rings in many places. If you want to shop in person, check out second-hand stores, auction houses and estate sales. Browsing the collections of trusted online platforms can also allow you to quickly discover many vintage pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether halo engagement rings are vintage depends on their age. Any ring made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage, while older pieces are antiques. Halo engagement rings emerged during the Art Deco period and have remained popular since. As a result, you can find many antique and vintage examples, as well as contemporary rings that show off a central gemstone surrounded by a halo of accent stones. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of halo engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and classic engagement rings has to do with taste and time. Vintage engagement rings date back 20 to 80 years and occupy the sweet spot between historic and modern. Whether or not an engagement ring is "classic" may pertain solely to the style of the ring. The solitaire setting is considered a classic setting for engagement rings. Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond's sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs (in contrast to the bezel setting, which was common at the time). In the late 1800s, Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, and the house's Solitaire 1895 engagement ring is considered a classic engagement ring. Find antique and vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024There are several reasons why people buy vintage engagement rings. Some prefer the way jewelry looked in decades past and select vintage pieces that fit their tastes. Others choose vintage engagement rings to get a unique, one-of-a-kind piece or like the idea of their jewelry having a long history. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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