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Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Engagement Estate 1.80 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
color. The total diamond weight for the ring is 1.80 carats. The top of the ring measures 7mm; the
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Engagement Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage Estate .72 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This beautiful vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White Gold and set with white and fiery
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Band Vintage Estate 3.10 TDW Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring would make a marvelous engagement ring or wedding ring. Seventy-two round
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Crafted in platinum, this substantial Estate engagement ring is designed around three sparkling
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Diamond Ring Old Cut Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This elegant vintage ring is finely crafted in solid Platinum (carefully tested and guaranteed
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1950s Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Diamond Ring Platinum Engagement .56cttw
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Old European Diamond Ring Platinum Engagement .56 cttw This gorgeous estate engagement ring is
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Mid-20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Estate 1950s Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
Charming 1950's platinum engagement ring centering a sparkling round brilliant-cut diamonds
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1950s Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Ring 18K Gold 2.29 TDW Cluster Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ring 18K Gold 2.29 TDW Cluster Engagement This estate ring is crafted in combination of
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Ring Platinum Engagement Band 1.10 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Ring Platinum Engagement Band 1.10 TDW This stunning estate engagement ring is
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Late 20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pear Diamond Ring Canary Sapphire 14K White Gold Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate engagement ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White Gold. The ring hallmarked
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Halo Ring 14K White Gold 1.14 TDW Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This amazing estate diamond halo engagement or wedding ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band 1.36 TDW Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This stunning estate engagement ring is finely crated in solid 14K White gold and set with natural
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Princess Trillion Diamond Engagement Ring 14K White Gold 1.95 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Princess Trillion Diamond Engagement Ring 14K White Gold 1.95 TDW This amazing estate
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Late 20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band Marquise Cut Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring is crafted in solid 14K White Gold The center marquise cut diamond is .50 carat of
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Late 20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate 6 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This glamorous sapphire and diamond 3 stone ring is an absolute beauty. The rich blue sapphire has
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1990s Retro Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Diamond Ring Vintage 14K White Gold 1.91 TDW Engagement Wedding
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring would make a marvelous engagement ring or wedding ring. The center round cut
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ring Vintage 14K White Gold .97 TDW Engagement Wedding
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring would make a marvelous engagement ring or wedding ring. The center emerald cut
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Trillion Wedding Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This beautiful estate engagement ring is crafted in solid 18K White Gold. The center princess cut
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Old Mine Diamond Ring Platinum 2.05 TDW Vintage Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This vintage ring is made in luxurious Platinum. The center old mine cut diamond is 1.45 carat of
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1950s Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Estate Whitehouse Brothers Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
solitaire engagement ring complemented with eight round brilliant-cut diamonds, F color, VS clarity. The
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Late 20th Century American Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band Halo Engagement Wedding 1.63 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate engagement ring is made in solid 14K White Gold The center round brilliant cut diamond
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Ring Flower Vintage Platinum 2.00 TDW Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This vintage circa 1930s ring is finely crafted in luxurious Platinum and set with genuine Diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Estate Italian Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Elegant 18k white Gold, Ruby and Diamond cluster Ring. It is set in the center with a Bright oval
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1980s Italian Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold

Estate Italian Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Elegant 18k white Gold, Sapphire and Diamond cluster Ring. It is set in the center with a Bright
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1980s Italian Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Marquise Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Engagement 3.10 TDW Del Co
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This amazing estate ring is finely crafted in solid 18K White Gold. Hallmarked Del Co. The center
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Old Mine Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band 1.63 TDW Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This stunning estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White gold and set with an old mine cut
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Half Moon Ceylon Sapphire Ring 14K White Gold Engagement Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Half Moon Ceylon Sapphire Ring 14K White Gold Engagement Vintage This gorgeous
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Mid-20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

1.96 Ctw Diamond Ring Vintage 14K Gold Band Two Stone Wedding Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This vintage ring is made in solid 14K Yellow gold and White gold for diamonds setting. One diamond
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Mid-20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Beautiful Ruby Diamond Three Stone Ring, featuring three rich oval cut rubies with a scintillating
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Mid-20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & CO. Estate Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring 1.04ct
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
A simply breathtaking Tiffany & Co. engagement ring from the Art Deco (ca1930) era! Resting at the
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Late 20th Century American Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Estate 10 Carat Sri Lanka Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An important 10 carat sapphire engagement ring boasting a most desirable, open and tranquil crystal
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1970s Contemporary Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style 1 Carat Diamond & Sapphire Engagement Ring
By Bella Rosa Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An intriguing revivalist Art Deco diamond engagement ring. A blazing, brilliant 1.02 carat
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1980s Art Deco Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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

Estate GIA Certified 3.02ct Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous platinum engagement ring. The ring is set with sparkling GIA certified round cut
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20th Century Edwardian Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Shield Cut Diamond & Sapphire Toi et Moi Engagement Ring
By Bella Rosa Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Expertly hand crafted with elegant 1920s Art Deco architectural design, this engagement ring drives
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire

Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Opal and Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Opal and Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. This beautiful
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 2.10 Ct. Antique Cushion Diamond Sapphire Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
An estate Diamond and sapphire engagement ring featuring a 2.10 Ct antique cushion cut – old mine
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Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Estate Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold with Lines and Diamond Cut Patterns
Located in Austin, TX
Geometry and texture shine bright from this vintage engagement ring. The center diamond sits in a
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Napoli, Italy
Beautiful Gold handmade Art Deco style ring. It is set in 14k white Gold featuring a sparkling
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co .64ct Diamond Engagement Ring Setting Platinum Estate Certificate 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pre owned Tiffany & Co diamond solitaire engagement ring, crafted in 950 platinum. Round
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Estate French 18k White Gold Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate French 18K White Gold Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This
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1960s European Revival Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Estate Natural No Heat 3.31 Ct Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Solitaire Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Blue Dream This sturdy and elegant estate ring is beautifully hand crafted of solid 18 kt gold
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Late 20th Century European Contemporary Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Diamond Ring Platinum Pear cut 1.24 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate engagement ring is finely crafted in solid Platinum and set with natural diamonds. The
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Trillion Cut Diamond Opal Ring Platinum
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring is made in solid Platinum and set with genuine Opal and diamonds. The center Earth
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Estate 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring with a Pyramid Motif
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate 14K white gold diamond engagement ring with a pyramid motif. Centering one round brilliant
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring 1/2 Carat Old European Cut Estate Fine
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage diamond engagement ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14 karat white
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Sapphire Ring 18K Gold Oval cut
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold and set with natural Earth mined
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Madagascar Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This gorgeous ring features a 1.35-carat deep blue sapphire center stone originating from
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Late 20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Estate Art Deco Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold with .06 Carat Diamonds
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This is a diamond engagement ring that is Circa 1930. This estate ring has a wonderful history and
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Cluster Cocktail
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
ring weighs 5.7 grams. Excellent estate condition.
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20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ring Platinum Band 1.68 TDW by Hearts on Fire
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ring Platinum Band 1.68 TDW by Hearts on Fire This beautiful estate ring is finely crafted
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Late 20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Band .67 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous diamond ring 18K White Gold band is set with high-quality diamonds. The center .25
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Late 20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ring .55 TDW 14K White Gold Floral Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This amazing vintage ring is finely crated in solid 14K White gold and set with white and fiery
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1960s Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.01ct Natural Round Diamond Ring VVS1 - IJ 14K White Gold Lab Created
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
2.01ct Natural Round Diamond Ring VVS1 - IJ 14K White Gold Lab Created This estate engagement
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Late 20th Century Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate Aquamarine & Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic period glamour! The platinum ring centers a bezel-set oval shaped aquamarine weighing 2.66
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
solitaire ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and
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1990s British Contemporary Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Estate 18 Karat Garnet and Diamond Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
the diamond and garnet brilliance. The garnet is a faceted oval. The ring appears to be Victorian but
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Late 20th Century Unknown Post-War Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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18k Gold

Vintage Diamond and White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
dress ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vintage diamond
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1990s Unknown Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Diamond Engagement Ring with Floral Accents in 14k Gold .38 Carat Ctr LV
Located in Austin, TX
The beauty of history shines out in this graceful old engagement ring made in 14 karat gold. The
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ring Old European 1.50 Cts Center 14K White Gold 1.92 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ring Old European 1.50 Cts Center 14K White Gold 1.92 TDW This vintage circa 1950s ring is
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1950s Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1990s Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive contemporary 0.62 carat diamond and 18k white gold solitaire style engagement ring
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1990s English Contemporary Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Vintage And Estate Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage and estate engagement rings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, white gold and 18k gold. Our selection of items includes 612 vintage examples as well as 211 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of vintage and estate engagement rings bearing modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Estate Jewelry, Five Star Jewelry and Rock N Gold Creations are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage and estate engagement rings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and old european cut alternatives. Most of our vintage and estate engagement rings for sale are for women, but there are 135 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage And Estate Engagement Rings?

Prices for vintage and estate engagement rings start at $82 and top out at $152,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,700.

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 Vintage and Estate Engagement Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A vintage engagement ring is generally defined as an engagement ring that is 20 to 80 years old. By definition, “antique” applies to anything that is 100 years or older. The most popular vintage styles for engagement rings are Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco. Vintage engagement rings could feature traditional diamonds or colored gemstones. Find a wide variety of vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    A vintage-style engagement ring is a piece of bridal jewelry designed in the style of rings produced in the past. Many vintage-style engagement rings borrow elements from Victorian, Art Deco or Edwardian jewelry. Although the rings may closely resemble authentic antique or vintage rings, they are actually contemporary pieces produced in recent years. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, vintage engagement rings are popular among some people. Many find the details of rings produced during the last 20 to 99 years to be visually appealing. In fact, some contemporary jewelry makers even draw inspiration from vintage designs. Some people also prefer vintage rings because they inherit them from relatives or because they like the idea of wearing an engagement ring that has a history. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    A vintage engagement ring is generally any engagement ring that dates back 20 to 80 years. Rings that are 100 or more years old are antiques. The design of a vintage engagement ring is influenced by each era's artistic visions, cultural movements and preferences in materials, gemstones and motifs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    You can buy vintage engagement rings from many sources. Local estate sales, auctions and secondhand shops can be good local sources. Another option is to shop for vintage pieces on trusted online platforms. You can find a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    You can find vintage engagement rings in many places. If you want to shop in person, check out second-hand stores, auction houses and estate sales. Browsing the collections of trusted online platforms can also allow you to quickly discover many vintage pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Whether halo engagement rings are vintage depends on their age. Any ring made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage, while older pieces are antiques. Halo engagement rings emerged during the Art Deco period and have remained popular since. As a result, you can find many antique and vintage examples, as well as contemporary rings that show off a central gemstone surrounded by a halo of accent stones. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of halo engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between vintage and classic engagement rings has to do with taste and time. Vintage engagement rings date back 20 to 80 years and occupy the sweet spot between historic and modern. Whether or not an engagement ring is "classic" may pertain solely to the style of the ring. The solitaire setting is considered a classic setting for engagement rings. Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond's sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs (in contrast to the bezel setting, which was common at the time). In the late 1800s, Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, and the house's Solitaire 1895 engagement ring is considered a classic engagement ring. Find antique and vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    There are several reasons why people buy vintage engagement rings. Some prefer the way jewelry looked in decades past and select vintage pieces that fit their tastes. Others choose vintage engagement rings to get a unique, one-of-a-kind piece or like the idea of their jewelry having a long history. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.