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Victorian 2 ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 18k Gold & Plat
Located in Joelton, TN
2.ct Old Mine Cut Victorian Diamond Engagement Ring. Clarity VS1-2, Color I-K Size 7 3/4 Circa
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

.45 Carat Old European Diamond Victorian Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1900 Victorian diamond engagement ring. .45ct Old European cut center diamond in a 18k yellow gold
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Early 20th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Engagement Ring Cluster 18k Yellow Gold Bridal
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian diamond cluster ring (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 18 karat
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 10k Gold 0.54ct GIA European Belcher Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This super adorable Victorian diamond engagement ring was crafted from solid 10k yellow gold and
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Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold

Victorian 1.71ct Diamond Engagement Ring Dated 1896
Located in Addison, TX
This exquisite 14K Rose Gold Victorian engagement ring boasts a dazzling 1.7-carat diamond
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Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

.85 Carat Victorian Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 8.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.0 grams Center Diamond
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

C1880 Victorian Toi and Moi Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
diamond in a circular way that follows the ring, clearly the the design and workmanship of a Victorian era
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond

Victorian Five-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
Five old cut diamonds sparkle in this Victorian engagement ring. The centre diamond is the largest
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

100 Year Old Victorian Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Over a century old, this antique engagement ring is a true heirloom and treasure from the Victorian
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Half Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique sapphire and diamond half eternity ring, horizontally set with three round cut
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Antique 1890s British Early Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

GIA Certified 6.16 Carat Diamond Platinum Victorian Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One GIA certified 6.16 ct. diamond platinum Victorian engagement ring centering one antique claw
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Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1880s Victorian Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.25 Metal Type: 9 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 2.3 grams Color Stone
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1.20 Carat Old Mine Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Absolutely stunning engagement ring from the 1915, Victorian Era. This ring is crafted in 9 karat rose gold
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold

Victorian Diamond Gold Silver Bow Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian 1880's diamond bow engagement ring. 18k yellow gold and silver bow style engagement ring
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Antique Late 19th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

Victorian Style Diamond Silver Blue Tanzanite Cocktail Engagement Ring
By JEWELICK
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✧ Tanzanite ✦ Approx. Diamond Weight : 0.9 ✦ Approx. Silver Weight : 4.4 ✦ Approx. Gross Weight : 5.5 Ring
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2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, Diamond, Silver

Victorian Style Diamond Silver Purple Amethyst Cocktail Engagement Ring
By JEWELICK
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✧ Amethyst ✦ Approx. Diamond Weight : 0.95 ✦ Approx. Silver Weight : 4.5 ✦ Approx. Gross Weight : 5.5 Ring
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2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Silver

Victorian Style Diamond Silver Turquoise Dome Cocktail Engagement Ring
By JEWELICK
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Item details:- ✦ SKU:- ESRG00205 ✦ Material :- Silver ✦ Gemstone Specification:- ✧ Diamond
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2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, Silver

Victorian Style Diamond Silver Green Peridot Cocktail Engagement Ring
By JEWELICK
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✧ Peridot ✦ Approx. Diamond Weight : 0.8 ✦ Approx. Silver Weight : 6.23 ✦ Approx. Gross Weight : 7 Ring
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2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings

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Peridot, Diamond, Silver

Victorian Style Diamond Silver Green Peridot Engagement Solitaire Ring
By JEWELICK
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✧ Peridot ✦ Approx. Diamond Weight : 0.7 ✦ Approx. Silver Weight : 3.97 ✦ Approx. Gross Weight : 4.7 Ring
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2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Silver

Victorian Style Diamond Silver Tourmaline Opal Cocktail Engagement Ring
By JEWELICK
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Item details:- ✦ SKU:- ESRG00206 ✦ Material :- Silver ✦ Gemstone Specification:- ✧ Diamond ✧ Pink
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2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings

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Opal, Tourmaline, Diamond, Silver

Victorian 0.78 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
This stunning antique diamond solitaire dates to the 1880s, in the Victorian era. The 0.78 carat
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Neo Victorian Solitaire White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Neo Victorian Style Solitaire Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold. Center natural round brilliant
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2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 900 Platinum 0.50 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian engagement ring crafted in 900 platinum. The piece features: 1 old mine cut
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.13 Carat Victorian Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian engagement ring, finely crafted in 14k yellow rose , with GIA certified, Old
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian 6.45 Carat Sapphire 1.80 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning 14k pink gold engagement ring from the Victorian era. The ring is centered with
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20th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

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Sapphire, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Engagement Ring. This gorgeous
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Engagement Ring. This beautiful
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Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style Diamond Silver Lemon Quartz Cocktail Engagement Finger Ring
By JEWELICK
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Item details:- ✦ SKU:- ESRG00203 ✦ Material :- Silver ✦ Gemstone Specification:- ✧ Diamond
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2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Quartz, Silver

.75 Carat Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

.40 Carat Victorian Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold, Platinum prongs [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

.05 Carat Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: 14 karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.5 grams Center
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1.02ct Diamond Solitaire Scroll Work Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A handmade victorian period diamond solitaire engagement ring crafted of 14 karat yellow gold
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Old Mine Diamond Natural Sapphire Platinum Wedding Engagement Ring Victorian
Located in New York, NY
Antique Art Deco - Victorian Wedding Engagement Ring. The oval panel design in Platinum is gorgeous. In
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1890s Victorian .94 Carat Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: 18 Karat Yellow Gold & Platinum Weight: 3.0 grams Center
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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White Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Engagement Ring, GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Engagement Ring. This beautiful
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Amethyst Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Amethyst Engagement Ring. This
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Antique 18th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.94 Carat Old European Diamond Three Stone Victorian Inspired Engagement Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: New Victorian Inspired Composition: 18K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: Old European Cut Diamond
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2010s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Pear Cut Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.98 carat diamond and 15 karat yellow gold solitaire ring
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Antique 1880s Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.16 Carat Diamond Victorian Hand Pierced Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original handmade Platinum Victorian hand pierced diamond engagement ring. Set with an original
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 1.54 Carat GIA Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian era 1.54 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring composed of 18k yellow gold
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 4.68 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond GIA Certified Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent Victorian era 4.68 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring composed of 18k yellow
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old European Cut Diamond Flower Engagement Ring. This
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Antique 18th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Diamond Filigree Victorian Solitaire Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1890s engraved filigree solitaire engagement ring in a platinum setting. GIA certified as
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1890s Victorian Old Mine Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: 9 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 1.1 grams Center Diamond
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1.44 Ct. Diamond Belcher Engagement Ring GIA O-P SI2
Located in New York, NY
Victorian-era jewel. A 1.44 carat old European diamond sits at the center surrounded by a swirl motif and
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Oval Unique Diamond Victorian Engagement ring, Statement Ring, The Great Gatsby
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Beautiful and delicate Victorian-inspired Oval diamond unique cluster engagement ring. All my
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Diamond Flower Ring
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
A lovely Victorian flower ring set with old mine cut diamonds that weigh approximately 1.50 carats
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1880s Victorian .83 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: 9 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 2.5 grams Center Diamond
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Ruby Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Ruby Engagement Ring GIA. This
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

1890s Victorian Diamond and Amethyst 9 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: Approximately 6.5 Metal Type: 9 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 1.9 grams
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Amethyst, White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 3.20 Carat GIA Certified Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with an Old Mine cut center diamond weighing 3.20 carats. The
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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 0.64 CTW Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.64 carat total - K color with SI2
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

.30 Carat Total Weight Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.6 grams Pearl: Natural
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

.40 Carat Total Weight Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6.26 Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.08 grams Center Stone
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Victorian Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Victorian ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Exceptional Victorian of the highest standards, rare Natural Burmese Rubies and Diamond five stone
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Antique Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1.11 Carat Total Weight Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 14k yellow gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Diamond
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

.50 Carat Total Weight Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 7.75 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.2 grams Diamond
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.05 Carat Total Weight Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 5.75 Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.5 grams Diamond
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian 0.55 CTW Old European Diamond 14 Karat Gold Belcher Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.55 carat - K color with SI2 clarity
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Antique 1860s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

.50 Carat Total Weight Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.5 grams Diamond
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

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Victorian Diamond Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of victorian diamond engagement rings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 866 vintage editions and 57 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of victorian diamond engagement rings made by Victorian jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Single Stone, DGI and William Llewellyn Griffiths are consistently popular. There are many old european cut, old mine cut and rose cut victorian diamond engagement rings for sale. When shopping our range of victorian diamond engagement rings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Victorian Diamond Engagement Rings?

Prices for victorian diamond engagement rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $299 and can go as high as $341,000, while victorian diamond engagement rings, on average, fetch $4,796.

A Close Look at Victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — 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 Bvlgari 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 Victorian Diamond Engagement Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, many Victorians gave engagement rings to their fiancées. In fact, the tradition of giving engagement rings became more popular during the Victorian era due to the effects of the Industrial Revolution. The economic growth of the time led to the creation of a middle class that had the ability to save up for special purchases. At the same time, gemstones mined in South Africa began arriving in England, increasing the supply of precious stones and making prices more affordable. Explore an assortment of antique Victorian engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    No, an engagement ring does not have to be a diamond. Although diamonds are popular, rings featuring other gemstones like sapphires, rubies and emeralds can serve as engagement rings, and it's even possible to choose a ring made entirely out of precious metals with no gemstone accents of any kind. There really are no rules when it comes to engagement rings, so feel free to select any ring that appeals to you. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, engagement rings can be without diamonds. Many people prefer engagement rings that feature other types of gemstones. Alternatives to diamonds include sapphires, emeralds, rubies, moonstones, citrines, amethysts and topazes. Truly, any type of ring that appeals to you can serve as your engagement ring. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While diamonds signify love and devotion, a yellow diamond is meant to also signify knowledge, intellect and wisdom; it’s also seen as a hue of happiness and cheer. Receiving a yellow diamond engagement ring still signifies everlasting love much like a clear diamond, but it also is meant to bring an element of happiness and certainty—this is what makes it a popular diamond color for engagement rings. You’ll find a variety of yellow diamonds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The three diamonds on an engagement ring mean friendship, love, and fidelity or past, present, and future.This type of ring is also called a Trinity or trilogy ring.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Black diamond engagement rings are popular for many couples. An antique, new or vintage black diamond engagement ring is an edgy, dramatic choice. Just keep in mind that with diamonds, it's all about sparkle, and the darkness of a black stone obscures its fire and brilliance. If the inky opacity of a black diamond seems a bit extreme and you'd like a little light to shine through, consider a gray diamond, which can be cut for maximum brilliance. Brides with a taste for the cool and unusual might also consider salt-and-pepper diamonds, which have white and black inclusions that produce a silvery gray, speckled look. Find black diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Black diamonds can make good engagement rings because they symbolize authority, power and passion. They also can be less expensive than clear diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    What it is called when an engagement ring has diamonds on the band depends on the style of the setting. Accent stones are smaller diamonds that flank a central stone, while halos are diamonds that encircle the main stone. A ring with diamonds set in a crease along the sides of the band has a channel setting. Pavé rings feature many small diamonds placed close together along the band. Find a wide range of diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Whether black diamond engagement rings are bad luck depends on a person's individual beliefs. In Italy, rubbing a black stone like a black diamond is considered good luck by some people. However, in India, black diamonds are a traditional symbol of bad luck. Find a variety of diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Yes, salt and pepper diamonds can be good for engagement rings. Many people find the unique coloration of the gemstones to be visually appealing and appreciate them as an alternative to classic white diamonds. Although the inclusions that give salt and pepper diamonds their speckled appearance slightly weaken them, the gemstones are still strong enough to hold up to the effects of daily wear. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of salt and pepper diamond engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Although trends in bridal jewelry change over time, pear-shaped diamond engagement rings tend to remain popular. Jewelry makers have produced pear-shaped diamonds since the 15th century, when a Flemish diamond cutter named Lodewyk van Bercken first mastered the technique. Many people love the sparkle of the cut and find its mix of curves and points to be visually appealing. Find a diverse assortment of pear-shaped diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.