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Art Deco Style Diamonds, Sapphire, and Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Art Deco era with this exquisite platinum ring adorned with
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Flip over Ruby Sapphire Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Beautiful Art Deco flip over eternity Ring, handmade in 18k white gold around 1920. It is set with
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Band Rings

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Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style with Rubies and Sapphires 950 Platinum Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
Elevate your style with this stunning Art Deco-inspired platinum ring adorned with rubies
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Flip Over Ruby Sapphire Diamond Platinum Eternity Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This much loved and wearable early Art Deco flip over eternity Ring has been crafted out of
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Band Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Period Tutti Frutti Diamond Sapphire Carved Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, unusual Art Deco period Tutti Frutti diamond, cabochon sapphire, carved ruby ring. Circa
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Flip Ring - Size 6.25
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Art Deco diamond, ruby, and sapphire flip ring. Item #R0474 Metal: Platinum Weight
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco More Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Platinum 1.21 Carat Pink Ruby and Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in Miami, FL
the gemstones are natural and the ring is an original Art Deco (circa 1930) piece. Details:  ✔ Item
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Platinum 1.21 Carat Pink Ruby and Blue Sapphire Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Miami, FL
the gemstones are natural and the ring is an original Art Deco (circa 1930) piece. Details:  ✔ Item
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 18ct White Gold Patriotic Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fine and unusual Art Deco ruby, diamond and sapphire set 'patriotic' eternity ring set in 18ct
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

GIA Diamond with Ruby and Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Bangkok, TH
the center with French cut ruby and sapphire in beautiful halo designs. Adorn yourself with an Art
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style White Diamond Blue Sapphire Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. This Ring has a 2.85 Carats Cabochon Cut Blue Sapphire. This Ring has 0.60 Carats of Marquise Cut
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco White Diamond Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has 4.60 Carats of Oval Cut Blue Sapphires. This Ring has 3.00 Carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow G...

Art Deco Style Moonstone Blue Sapphires Rubies Diamonds White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
12x14 mm,surrounded by 4 mm round faceted rubies of 4 mm diameter,8 mm oval blue sapphires of 3x4 mm,4
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Vintage 1980s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Moonstone, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Ruby and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Silver Flip Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Sapphire Ruby and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Silver Flip Ring. Featuring 17 rectangular
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gol...

Art Deco 7.92 CTW No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ruby Platinum Vintage Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion cut sapphire weighing approximately 3.55 carats - transparent light cornflower
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Raymond Yard 1935 Art Deco Ring Platinum With 2.54 Ctw Sapphires Rubies Diamonds
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco Toi Et Moi ring designed by Raymond C. Yard. An exceptional toi et moi ring, created
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond & Synthetic Sapphire Ring
Located in Bloomington, MN
Fabulous Art Deco Diamond & Synthetic Sapphire Ring Immerse yourself in the age of sophistication
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1924 Art Deco Nordic Ring Diamond Ruby Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.5/1.5gr
Located in SE
Rubies, Diamonds, and Sapphires. Rubies and Sapphires ca 1.8 mm x 1.5 mm /ca 0.03ct each/ demonstrate
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

0.55 Ct. Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Swirl Art Deco Style Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Immerse yourself in the glamor of this Art Deco inspired diamond and multi-gemstone dinner ring. A
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Ruby and Sapphire Eternity Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Ruby and Sapphire Eternity Band. This beautiful eternity
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

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Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold

Art Deco Style 3.5 mm. Diamond with Ruby and Sapphire Target Ring in White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby and sapphire target ring, made in the style of Art Deco ring. Ring Information Style: Art Deco
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

London Blue Topaz Diamond Ruby Sapphire Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
, ruby, and sapphire accent. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 5.00
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco 18 Karat Gold 0.8 Carat Ruby 0.8 Carat Sapphire Diamond Flip Over Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an Art Deco flip over eternity ring crafted in 18K white gold. Circa 1940. It features
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Band Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Pink Sapphire with Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Ring in 14k Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
with a high polish finish. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Rose Gold (White Top Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Sophia D. Blue Sapphire and Ruby Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold ring with blue sapphire and ruby. Sophia D by Joseph Dardashti LTD has been known
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2010s Art Deco Fashion Rings

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

French Art Deco Style Ruby Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Art Deco style ring, it is decorated in the
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Vintage 1980s French Retro Three-Stone Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k ...

Sapphire w Ruby Accents Sterling Silver Filigree Art Deco Style Ring w Mini Box
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
design with exquisite detail reminiscent of the Art Deco Period. This ring has a .05 carat round faceted
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2010s American Fashion Rings

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Diamond Ruby and Sapphire Night and Day Ring
Located in London, GB
The Diamond, Ruby, and Sapphire Night and Day ring set in Platinum from the 1920s is a breathtaking
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Ruby and Sapphire Twin Platinum Ring Navette Antique
Located in US
An Antique Art Deco Style natural Ruby and Sapphire Platinum Navette Ring. The ring is accented
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Platinum

Art Deco Style Natural Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Unisex Band Ring Set in Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning band ring featuring a total of 1.48 carats of Natural Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire and
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Band Rings

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Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Ruby and Sapphire Eternity Band Ring 18 Karat
Located in US
Half Way Ruby & Sapphire Eternity Band Ring Mounting Is Custom Made Solid Yellow Gold 18K Each
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

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Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Blue Sapphire Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Old European Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a Central 1.10 Carats Blue Sapphire. This Ring
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, ...

Art Deco Style French Cut Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Deco style platinum ring, with French cut rubies and approx. 0.50ctw in diamonds. Ring size - 6.75
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20th Century More Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Tutti Frutti Ring, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in North Hollywood, CA
three colored gemstones of carved leaf design in Ruby Emerald and Sapphire. Most popular in the 1920's
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Early 2000s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Blue Sapphire Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a Central 0.80 Carats Natural Blue Sapphire. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Whit...

Sophia D. 18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Ruby Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold ring with blue sapphire, ruby and diamonds. Sophia D by Joseph Dardashti LTD has
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2010s Art Deco Fashion Rings

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Art-Deco Untreated, Unheated 2.10 carats Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art-Deco Untreated, Unheated 2.10 carats Natural Ruby Vivid Red and Diamond Cluster Ring. The oval
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style 3.30 Ct Emerald and Ruby 14K Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Art Deco Style 3.30 Ct Emerald and Ruby 14K Gold Cocktail Ring Art Deco Style Enameled 14K Gold
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold

Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire Sterling Silver Detachable Ring with Diamonds
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing our Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire Detachable Ring with Diamonds! Crafted in sterling silver
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style 3.30 Carat Emerald and Ruby 14k Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Art Deco Style 3.30 Ct Emerald and Ruby 14K Gold Cocktail Ring Art Deco Style Enameled 14K Gold
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Dress Ring Circa 1930
Located in Dubai, DU
A beautiful example of Art Deco craftsmanship, this dress ring circa 1930 features step-cut
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Sophia D. 18K Yellow Gold Ring with Blue Sapphire and Ruby
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold ring with blue sapphire and ruby. Sophia D by Joseph Dardashti LTD has been known
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2010s Art Deco Fashion Rings

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

1930s Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ruby Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Ring Ring Details: Metal Type: 14 Karat White Gold Weight: 4.9
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Modern Art Deco Ruby Ring
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco GIA Sapphire Ring, Tiffany Designer, Thomas Kurilla is very inspired
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2010s North American Contemporary Fashion Rings

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring Ruby Natural Unheated Sapphire Gold Promise Wedding Band
Located in Berlin, DE
An engagement 18K white gold ring with natural Ruby and Diamonds with Jewelry ruby origin - Burma
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2010s Japanese Art Deco Wedding Rings

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

4 Carat Tanzanite Sugar Loaf Ruby Sapphire Colorful 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A 4.43 carat Tanzanite Sugar Loaf is set alongside 1.73 carat of Sapphire and 1.18 carat of Ruby
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Art Deco Platinum Charm on Ring
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This lovely Art Deco Charm is from the 1920's and it is beautiful. I placed this on a Platinum
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco More Rings

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White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Style Baguette Cut Ruby White Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
by Art Deco. This Ring can compose a one bigger Ring with another equal ring and a central
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Art Deco Style Carre Cut Ruby White Diamond Yellow Gold "Poison" Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Sapphires or Emeralds. This Ring is a Poison Ring inspired by Art Deco. Size ITA: 15 Size USA: 7 1/4
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style Ruby White Brilliant Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
by Art Deco Style and it is available also with an Emerald or a Blue Sapphire. Size ITA: 16 1/2 Size
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Emerald, Blue Sapphires, Rubies & Diamonds Tutti Frutti Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Tutti Frutti style Blue Sapphires, Emeralds & Rubies Cocktail Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Bracelet Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a 1.80 Carats Oval Cut Blue Sapphire. This Ring is
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, 9k Gold,...

Antique Ring Diamond Ruby Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS8/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with a row of natural Rubies, Diamonds and a natural Blue
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style 4.07 Carat Brown Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. This Ring has 3.65 Carats of Oval Cut Rubies. This Ring is available also with Emeralds or Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Art Deco Ruby Cocktail Ring, Enamel Set in 18k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
- Day to night, swim wear to evening wear. Vintage style Art Deco Cocktail Ring. Featuring one large
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Topaz, Ruby, Enamel, Silver, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Emerald Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. This Ring has a 2.10 Carats Cabochon Cut Emerald. This Ring has 0.60 Carats of Marquise Cut Rubies
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Natural Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
design, this art-deco style ring is ready to bloom on your finger. Ring Information Style: Art Deco
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Extremely Rare Natural Star Ruby 20.68 ct 18k 2.06 ct Diamond Art Deco Ring
Located in kowloon, Kowloon
Extremely Rare Natural Star Ruby 20.68 ct 18k 2.06 ct Diamond Art Deco Ring Presenting the
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2010s Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold

Day and Night Ring with Rubies, Sapphires and Diamonds, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
A day and night ring features a central band made up of rubies and sapphires, and two further bands
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Band "Flower" Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Modern Round Cut Diamonds. This Ring has also a 0.20 Carats Modern Round Cut Ruby. Size
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Band Rings

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Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

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Ruby Sapphire Art Deco Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate ruby sapphire art deco ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, Platinum and 18k 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 ruby sapphire art deco ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic ruby sapphire art deco ring over the years, but those made by Luigi Ferrara, Marion Jeantet and Sybarite Jewellery are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and mixed cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a ruby sapphire art deco ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Ruby Sapphire Art Deco Ring?

On average, a ruby sapphire art deco ring at 1stDibs sells for $4,960, while they’re typically $637 on the low end and $55,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at Art Deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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