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Antique Platinum Engagement Ring Setting
Located in Miami, FL
vintage engagement ring setting is good for 2 carat stone and is 8.35 mm in size. Hand-crafted to a
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20th Century Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Platinum

0.25 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Setting Mounting
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Setting Mounting The ring is Platinum There are 2 Tapered Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Oval and Baguette Side Detail Engagement Ring Setting in Platinum
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond Oval And Baguette Side Detail Engagement Ring Setting In Platinum 1.00 total diamond weight
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2010s American Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring Setting with Three Tier Accent Diamond Band
Located in Stamford, CT
18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring Setting With Three Tier Accent Diamond Band Size 6.75 0.68
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2010s American Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Round Engagement Ring Setting Diamond Halo and Two Row Band
Located in Stamford, CT
18 Karat White Gold Round Engagement Ring Setting Diamond Halo And Two Row Band Size 6.5 0.80 total
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2010s American Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Round Engagement Ring Setting Diamond Halo and Two Row Band
Located in Stamford, CT
18 Karat White Gold round engagement ring setting with diamond halo and two row diamond band. Size
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2010s American Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Floral Halo Engagement Ring Setting in 18k White Gold, 1.3 TCW
Located in Miami, FL
Floral Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Setting ITEM SPECIFICATIONS: - Ring Size: 6.5 - Metal: White
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Accented Engagement Ring Mounting 14K White Gold 0.75 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful 14k white gold engagement ring setting features a 4 prong setting mounting with 7
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2010s American Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Peter Suchy 1.55 Carat Diamond Pink Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Cushion cut 1.55ct. center diamond in an Antique style platinum engagement ring setting with two
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Peter Suchy 2.91 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
, no heat and no enhancements. The Sapphire is in a handmade solid Platinum 8 prong engagement ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Peter Suchy 3.44 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
ring setting. Two baguette side diamonds. From the Peter Suchy workshop. 1 Top gem bright blue oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Peter Suchy 3.91 Yellow Pink Sapphire Platinum Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
stone, with tow pink sapphire accent diamonds in a three-stone engagement ring setting created by the
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 1...

Art Deco 0.70ct. Old European Cut Engagement Ring M SI2, 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This art deco engagement ring setting is as sweet as it gets. It's centered by a 0.70 carat old
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco GIA Certified 1.55 Ct. Diamond Engagement Ring M VS1 in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
There is nothing more quintessentially deco than this engagement ring setting. A perfectly plump
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.31 Carat Violet Sapphire Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
oval sapphire has been set in this unique alternative engagement ring setting. Perfect for the person
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.19tcw 14K Natural Emerald Oval & Diamond Halo Split Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
ideal engagement ring! Setting Style: Prong/Pave/Halo Setting Material: 14K Yellow Gold Setting Weight
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2010s American Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

2.01tcw 14k Colombian Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Halo Engagement Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
engagement ring! Setting Style: Prong/Pave/Halo Setting Material: 14K Yellow Gold Setting Weight: 2.5 Grams
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2010s American Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

2.05tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Split Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
would be an ideal engagement ring! Setting Style: Prong/Pave Setting Material: 14K White Gold Setting
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2010s American Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

2.20tcw 14K Natural Emerald Oval Cut & Diamond Halo White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is an exquisite, Zambian emerald and diamond halo ring. The gorgeous setting lets sit an
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2010s American Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

1.72tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Halo Engagement White Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
engagement ring! Setting Style: Prong/Pave/Halo Setting Material: 14K White Gold Setting Weight: 2.5 Grams
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2010s American Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

4.19tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Halo Split Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
ideal engagement ring! Setting Style: Prong/Pave/Halo Setting Material: 14K Yellow & White Gold Setting
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2010s American Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Beautiful Square Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18k White Gold, 1.3 TCW
Located in Miami, FL
Diamond Square Halo Engagement Ring Setting ITEM SPECIFICATIONS: - Metal: White Gold - Metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Pierced Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
platinum engagement ring setting has a .50ct Old European center stone accented with 8 Old European cut
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Early 20th Century Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA .65 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow White Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
original Platinum 1940’s engagement ring setting. Accented with a halo of 14 single cut diamonds. Sits
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Early 20th Century Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Peter Suchy 1.82 Carat Old Mine Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Crafted in the Peter Suchy Workshop, this 1890's antique revival engagement ring setting show cases
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

0.99 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This exquisite platinum engagement ring features a beautiful 0.99ct round brilliant cut diamond
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1.75tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Halo Tiara Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
incredibly comfortable to wear and would be an ideal engagement ring! Setting Style: Prong Setting Material
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2010s American Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

1.20 Carat Champagne Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This stunning engagement ring features a champagne coloured cushion cut diamond weighing 1.20ct
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1.00 Carat Heart Shaped Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This exquisite engagement ring features a wonderful 1.00ct heart shaped diamond graded I in colour
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.28ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
It's hard not to fall in love with this beautiful ring, with its distinctive design that perfectly
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2010s English Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.04ct Old Mine Cut Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
Introducing this stunning engagement ring featuring a striking 1.04 carat old mine cut diamond at
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2010s British Edwardian Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.30ct Old Mine Cut Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
engagement ring is sure to mark this special moment with its stunning beauty and brilliance. This exquisite
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2010s English Art Deco Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.46 Carat Champagne Diamond Platinum Halo Cluster Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This stunning engagement ring features an impressive round brilliant cut fancy champagne colour
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.99 Carat Ruby and Diamond Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This beautiful engagement ring features a 1.99ct lively red oval shaped ruby mounted in an open
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage Blue Sapphire and Carre Diamond Toi et Moi Crossover Ring, 18K Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Oval Cut Stones, Blue Sapphire and Carré diamond Engagement Ring setting. Mounted and hallmarked 750
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Late 20th Century Spanish Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

0.53ct E VS2 Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous three-stone engagement ring features a trio of round brilliant cut diamonds, the
Category

2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

0.53ct F VS2 Diamond Platinum Daisy Cluster Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This lovely coronet cluster ring is beautifully centred with a 0.53ct round brilliant cut diamond
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1.48 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond 18ct Gold Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This beautiful ring features a 1.48 carat elongated cushion cut aquamarine mounted in a four claw
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

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

7.24ct Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This amazing 18 carat white gold engagement ring features a beautiful 7.24ct emerald cut natural
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

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

1.42ct Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This stunning engagement ring features a vibrant round royal blue sapphire in the centre weighing
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

2.88 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This wonderful platinum engagement ring features a gorgeous 2.88ct royal blue oval sapphire
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

2.08ct H VVS1 Square Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This spectacular engagement ring features a gorgeous 2.08 carat square cut emerald, certified H in
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.19 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This beautiful engagement ring features a cushion shaped royal blue sapphire weighing a total of
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

5.14ct Round Aquamarine and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
the perfect engagement ring to be cherished for a lifetime. Tobi Gem Setting has specialised in
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

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

0.57ct Colombian Emerald & Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
Say YES to a wonderful future together with this magnificent three-stone engagement ring! The
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

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

1.10 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Halo 18 Carat Gold Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This stunning cluster engagement ring features a beautiful round aquamarine weighing 1.10ct
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

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

Hidden Halo Setting Engagement Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring features a stunning hidden halo setting that adds a unique, elegant touch to its timeless
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2010s American Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1.02 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This wonderful 18 carat white gold engagement ring features a beautiful 'variation emerald cut
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

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

1950s Engagement Ring with Spiral Setting
Located in New York, NY
The beautiful engagement ring is finely crafted in 14k white gold and diamonds weighing
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1950s American Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1.20ct Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Halo Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This wonderful engagement ring features a beautiful oval blue sapphire weighing 1.20ct, mounted in
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

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

Solitaire Engagement Ring in Bezel Setting
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
Hand made 18 carat yellow gold ring with one brilliant cut Diamond rub-over set in white 18 carat
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2010s Australian Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.90ct E VVS2 Diamond 18 Carat White and Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
Elegant and delicate, this engagement ring features a wonderful 0.90ct round brilliant cut diamond
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1.22 Carat Pink Sapphire and Diamond 18ct Gold Halo Cluster Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This stunning engagement ring features a vibrant cushion shaped pink sapphire weighing 1.22ct
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2010s English Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.30 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Cluster Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This cluster engagement ring features a 2.30ct emerald cut aquamarine mounted in a four claw, open
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

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

1.20ct H SI2 Emerald Cut Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This elegant engagement ring features a GIA certified 1.20 carat emerald cut diamond, graded H, SI2
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

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

1.04 Carat H SI1 Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Halo Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This absolutely gorgeous 18 carat white gold engagement ring features a round brilliant cut diamond
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

2.52ct Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Halo Cluster Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This lovely 18 carat white gold cluster ring is beautifully centred with a 2.52ct blue cushion cut
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2010s English Modern Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

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

Diamonds On Platinum Marquise Setting Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring is finely crafted in platinum with center diamond weighing approximately total of 1.00
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1950s Unknown Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Engagement Ring with Filigree Twisty Platinum Setting
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond engagement ring with egl certified 1.51 ct f-si1 (rdc3425) set with micropave diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Halo Diamond Engagement & Wedding Setting White Gold Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
dazzle as much as your proposal and this gorgeous halo engagement ring is no exception. This 14k White
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement Ring Settings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Used Engagement Ring Settings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of used engagement ring settings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, White Gold and Platinum, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 64 vintage versions or 233 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of used engagement ring settings includes designs that are universally popular, but Contemporary and Modern 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., Tobi Gem Setting and Diana M. Jewels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. There are many round cut, oval cut and emerald cut used engagement ring settings for sale. Most of our used engagement ring settings for sale are for women, but there are 72 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Used Engagement Ring Settings?

Prices for used engagement ring settings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $308 and can go as high as $2,000,000, while used engagement ring settings, on average, fetch $10,000.

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 Used Engagement Ring Settings
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    The fourth finger, or ring finger, is typically the finger used for engagement rings. However, which hand people typically wear engagement rings on varies. The left hand is the most common option in the U.S., Austria, Bulgaria, Germany, France, Ireland, Mexico, the UK, Norway, Poland, Russia, Canada, Australia and other countries. In Italy, Croatia, the Netherlands, Portugal, Switzerland, Spain and India, engagement rings usually go on the right hand. Explore a large collection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, you can use your engagement ring as your wedding ring. Although many people choose to wear a separate wedding band, you're free to have your new spouse slip your engagement ring onto your finger during your wedding ceremony. In this case, you would forego wearing a wedding band entirely. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique and vintage engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Yes, prong settings can be good for engagement rings. When carefully crafted, prongs can help keep a gemstone secure. Plus, they allow nearly all of the gemstone to be visible, enhancing its sparkle and color. Many people also find prong settings to be easy to clean. Follow the maintenance and care instructions included with your engagement ring to help it stand the test of time. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, it is okay to use an engagement ring as a wedding band. Some people prefer not to wear two separate rings and use the same piece both to symbolize their intent to marry and for their marriage vows. A wedding ring also doesn't have to be a band ring at all. A solitaire, halo or other type of engagement ring featuring a central stone and accent stones can easily serve as a wedding ring. You're free to choose any ring to function as both your engagement and wedding rings. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of wedding rings.