Medieval turquoise stirrup ring, circa 15th century
Located in London, GB
Medieval turquoise stirrup ring. Set with an oval cabochon natural turquoise in a closed back rubover and claw setting, to an impressive stirrup design featuring a raised bezel with ...
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Chain Link Diamond Link Stirrup Ring Stackable Band 14K Gold LR51248
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
The ring top is 5.8 mm along the finger and has a sleek stirrup style link at the base of the ring that could easily be sized as needed.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Roberto Coin Saddle Stirrup Diamond Enamel Rose Gold Ring
By Roberto Coin
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond & Enamel Saddle Stirrup Ring by Roberto Coin. With 20 Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Equestrian Stirrup Diamond Ring - 14k Lab Grown Sapphires
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Lab Grown Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .70ctw Cut: Round Cabochon Color: Blue Natural D...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.04 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring with Stirrup Detail in 18K Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
The total diamond weight of the ring is 2.76 carats. The total weight of the ring is 5.6 grams.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hallmarked London 1918 18K stirrup shape round single stone diamond ring sz8 1/2
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a Hallmarked London 1918 ring, size 8 1/2, 18K stirrup shape setting, single stone round diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold
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Medieval Stirrup Ring
Located in New York, NY
One of two types of Gothic gemstone rings, the stirrup ring is named for its resemblance to a horseâ??
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Medieval Stirrup Ring
Located in New York, NY
.; US size 8; UK size P ½ The elaborate setting of this stirrup ring, so named because it looks like a horseâ??
Diamond and 22 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Medieval Stirrup Ring
By Deborah Meyers Experience
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary 18 karat yellow gold ring with seven white round diamonds was inspired by the Medieval Stirrup Rings in England.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
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Tiana Marie Combes White Gold Stirrup Ring
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Stirrup Ring is an elegant utilitarian band referencing an imperative feature of the rider's saddle.
14k Gold, White Gold
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Tiana Marie Combes Yellow Gold Stirrup Ring
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Stirrup Ring is an elegant utilitarian band referencing an imperative feature of the rider's saddle.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiana Marie Combes White Gold Tapered Signet Stirrup Ring
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Palermo Signet references a medieval style of stirrup ring and the Gothic archways of northern Sicily.
14k Gold, White Gold
Tiana Marie Combes Yellow Gold Tapered Signet Stirrup Ring
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Palermo Signet references a medieval style of stirrup ring and the Gothic archways of northern Sicily.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1332 BC Ancient Egyptian New Kingdom Faience Ring for Tutankhamun
Located in London, GB
But anything mentioning the pharaoh’s name is rare, as he ruled for only 10 years at the height of the New Kingdom. This stirrup ring mentions Tutankhamun by his throne name, or p...
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Late Roman Gemstone Ring
Located in New York, NY
.; US size 4 ¾; UK size J This particular type of ring is Graeco-Roman and found up to the end of the 2nd century; interestingly, it is a classical antecedent for the Gothic stirr...
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Late Roman Gemstone ring
Located in New York, NY
s love of color led them to use many different stones, including glass; the present stone is a pale, purple-hued garnet. Interestingly, this ring is a classical antecedent for the G...
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M. Hisae Green Sapphire Oval Signet Ring
By M. Hisae Jewelry
Located in Woodbury, CT
Risa is a solid, signet-style ring with a soft, smooth touch. The original inspiration came from an early 14th century British stirrup ring.
Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
M. Hisae 0.6 Carat Green Sapphire Oval Signet Ring
By M. Hisae Jewelry
Located in Woodbury, CT
Risa is a solid, signet-style ring with a soft, smooth touch. The original inspiration came from an early 14th century British stirrup ring.
Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiana Marie Combes White Gold Oval Stirrup Signet Ring
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Stirrup Signet is the more opulent of our Stirrup series, referencing an imperative feature of the rider's saddle.
14k Gold, White Gold
Tiana Marie Combes Yellow Gold Oval Stirrup Signet Ring
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Stirrup Signet is the more opulent of our Stirrup series, referencing an imperative feature of the rider's saddle.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Garavelli 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Stirrups Collection Bracelet
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Rings, Necklaces, Earrings with various Stirrups sizes are also available.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garavelli 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Stirrups Collection Bracelet
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Rings, Necklaces, Earrings with various Stirrups sizes are also available.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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L 0.99 in
Garavelli 18 Kt Yellow Gold Brown Diamonds Stirrups Collection Dangling Earrings
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
New Hoops and Pendants: Beyond rings, the Stirrups Collection introduces new hoops and pendants that carry the same equestrian charm.
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Russian Diamond Solitaire Gold Mens Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
made in Kiev between 1899 and 1904 This finely modeled antique Russian ring is designed in the style of medieval stirrup rings (named so due to shape resemblance to horse rider's ...
Diamond
Gucci Morganite and Rose Gold Horsebit Stirrup Cocktail Ring
By Gucci
Located in Miami, FL
From the house of Gucci, this gorgeous 18 Karat Rose Gold Stirrup cocktail ring showcases a magnificent pear shape morganite measuring approximately 22.5 mm by 16.5 mm accented by 17...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.20 Cttw Natural Diamond Stirrup Fashion Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Giddy up and take a step forward while wearing this incredibly fashionable right hand ring! Crafted in beautiful 14 karat yellow gold with almost a quarter carat of fine diamonds acc...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Equestrian Horse Bust Band Yellow Gold, 18k Stirrup Knot Ring
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Down 2 sizes for $25 or Up 2 sizes for $30 (stamps will disappear when re-sized) Brand: Carrera y Carrera Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Style: Band Theme...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.12 in W 1.45 in L 1.76 in
Dublin Ireland Sterling Silver Stirrup Napkin Ring Holders Set Of 6 #24491
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Dublin Ireland Sterling Silver Stirrup Napkin Holders Set Of 6 - These vintage set of six sterling silver stirrup napkin ring holders features a sculptural stirrup profile on each p...
Sterling Silver
1970s Cartier Gold Cuff Links
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Variously called the stirrup or the ring, it has been widely copied.” Jonas and Nissenson in Cuff Links.
18k Gold
French Napoleon 3 19th Century 18 Carat Yellow Gold Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
This antique yellow gold watch chain is made up of a double openwork square mesh, terminating at one end with gold rings and a carabiner, and at the other by a gloved hand holding a ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18 Karat Ruby and Diamond Stirrup Ring, circa 1900
Located in Baltimore, MD
Charming 18K Victorian stirrup ring with 2 diamonds flanking a center ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Hermes Gold Stirrup Ring
By Hermès
Located in Feasterville, PA
A classic equestrian design by Hermes crafted in 18k yellow gold. Weight: 7 Grams Size: US 6 (Resizeable) Inventory ID: 0000275
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gucci Onyx Gold Stirrup Ring
By Gucci
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous signed Gucci 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Ring, featuring a round cabochon black onyx stone set in a stylized stirrup prong mounting.
Onyx, 18k Gold
Gucci Chrysoberyl Diamond Horsebit Stirrup Ring
By Gucci
Located in Geneva, CH
Gucci Chrysoberyl and Diamond Horsebit Stirrup Cocktail Ring. White gold 18K. The Gucci “Horsebit” ring is made of 18K white gold and embellished with a significant Chrysoberyl and ...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond
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