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Unique Diamonds 1.50 Carat Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Unique Diamonds 1.50 Carat Engagement Ring 14k White Gold. Beautiful ring made by designer UD
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1990s Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unique Engagement Ring, 0.25CT diamond, 18K yellow gold, detailed high setting
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
"Jewelry Material: Yellow Gold 18k (the gold has been tested by a professional)
Total Carat Weight: 0.25ct (Approx.)
Total Metal Weight: 6.18 g
Size:7 US / Diameter 17.35 mm (inner ...
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20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unique Engagement Ring, 0.25CT diamond, 18K yellow gold, detailed high setting
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
"Jewelry Material: Yellow Gold 18k (the gold has been tested by a professional)
Total Carat Weight: 0.25ct (Approx.)
Total Metal Weight: 6.18 g
Size:7 US / Diameter 17.35 mm (inner ...
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20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 18k Gold
Yellow & White Unique Design Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Yellow & White Unique Design Diamond Ring is a precious relic from the early 20th
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20th Century Indian Retro Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond 18k White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Milano, IT
Antique and harmonious diamond solitaire engagement ring dating back to the 1960s in 18 carat white
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1960s Unknown Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tanzanite & Diamond engagement ring in Platinum
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Tanzanite engagement ring in platinum with diamonds, beautiful vintage ring with antique diamonds
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20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Engagement Wide Band Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Unique in style as an engagement ring or classic cocktail ring, this stunning diamond .900 platinum
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18kt Yellow Gold Detachable Diamond Ring and Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Yellow Gold Detachable Diamond Ring and Engagement Ring.
Glamorous 2 piece yellow gold diamond
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20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade & Diamond Engagement Ring Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This sweet and beautiful 14K yellow gold engagement ring features a prong-set emerald-green double
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
18ct Gold Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Twist Diamond Ring
18ct Gold
Diamond Weight 0.20cts
Hallmarked London 1978
UK Size N
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Late 20th Century English Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
0.14ctw Retro Diamond Ring, 18k White Gold, Ring Size 5, Engagement Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
diamonds beautifully. The retro design gives this ring a unique and whimsical look that will surely catch
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1990s Retro Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Engraved Mid-Century Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
wants a traditional diamond engagement ring and appreciates the uniqueness of vintage jewelry! This one
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold 1980s Cubic Zirconia Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Cubic Zirconia Engagement Ring. This beautiful classic engagement ring boasts a subtle 14K yellow gold
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1980s Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solitaire Engagement Ring 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamond
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamond is a classic and timeless piece of
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20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 2.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
looking for a truly unique and stunning engagement ring that will stand the test of time? Look no further
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Bypass Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Stunning bypass diamond engagement ring captures sophistication and elegance. The curving twisted
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Late 20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Art Deco engagement ring centrally set with on lively Old European Cut diamond measured to
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 18k Gold
18ct Gold & Platinum Baguette Shoulders Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond Engagement Ring
Brilliant Cut Diamond Centre
Beautiful Bright Baguette Diamonds Either
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Late 20th Century English Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.17ct Old Euro Diamond & Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
diamond weighing 1.17 carats, graded K/VS, set in an uniquely designed 6-prong twist setting. The ring
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Yellow Gold
Unique GIA 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful platinum ring centers a sparkling GIA certified old European cut diamond that weighs
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20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Platinum
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 Engagement Rings Unique
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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.2ctw Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 6.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
. Perfect for an engagement or anniversary gift, this unique and luxurious ring will surely make a statement
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1990s Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Preloved Vintage 18ct White Gold Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Preloved Engagement Ring
18ct White Gold Stamped
Circa 1980’s
Beautiful, vintage preloved
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Late 20th Century English Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 3.98 Carat Indicolite Tourmaline and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This indicolite tourmaline and diamond engagement ring boasts a vivid, entrancing color, offered at
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Art Deco Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unique Yellow Gold 2.49 Carat Emerald Ring with White Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A ring quite unlike any other, this vintage-style piece was handmade in the Haruni atelier
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1980s British Victorian Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.60 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring Vintage 1950s White Gold
Located in Milano, IT
Antique and harmonious diamond solitaire engagement ring dating back to the 1950s in 18 carat white
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1950s Italian Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.40 Carat Cushion Cut Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A unique and chic engagement ring style showcasing a color-rich ruby, set in an intricately
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1980s American Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s, 2.9 carat Diamond Platinum Marquise Engagement Cocktail Ring
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
make a unique engagement ring, or a special addition to any antique jewelry collection!
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1960s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Platinum
2.01 Carat Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A color-rich and unique engagement ring style showcasing a 2.01 carat brilliant radiant cut yellow
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1990s American Modern Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
1.64 Carat GIA D-VVS2 Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This unique stunning 18k white gold engagement ring is centered with a sparkling GIA certified
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.69 Ct. Diamond Engagement Ring GIA L SI2
Located in New York, NY
Here's a unique ring that would be hard to miss. A sea of bead set diamonds shimmer from this ring
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco old European-cut diamond and white gold engagement ring circa 1930. *
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s, Platinum Diamond Engagement & Wedding Band Bridal Ring Set
Located in Brighton, GB
from the 1940s that features a brilliant cut single-stone diamond engagement ring with pretty diamond
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Mid-20th Century English Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring - 900 Round Brilliant 2.07ctw GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
, vintage, antique, and estate jewelry for over 10 years with an eye for the unique. We believe in getting
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20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 0.20 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Two-Tone Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.20 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Two-Tone Gold. The diamond measures approx 0.20
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1980s Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring - 14k White Gold Round Cut 1.61ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
When you propose to your sweetheart with this gorgeous engagement ring, you will ensure that
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20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Hexagon Cut Yellow Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A unique and custom hexagon cut yellow diamond center stone set in a polished 18k yellow gold
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20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old Cut Diamonds 18 karat White Gold Italian Engagement Ring
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Old Cut Diamonds 18kt White Gold Italian Engagement Ring is a stunning piece of jewelry that
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Mid-20th Century Italian Belle Époque Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, White Gold
Retro 3.89 Carat Pink Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vivacious, vintage pink sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Centered by a GIA certified 2.14
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1940s Retro Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
3.17 Carat Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A unique and modern design showcasing a vibrant emerald cut ruby, set in a ribbon style mounting
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1990s American Modern Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Engagement Ring & Wedding Band, 14k White Gold Halo .32ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
, this NEW set is comprised of an engagement ring and matching wedding band. The engagement ring features
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, White Gold
Heart and Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Set in Platinum
Located in London, GB
A unique heart shaped diamond engagement ring set in a platinum mount.
The ring is centrally set
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1990s Unknown Retro Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1.65 Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
carats
Average Color: F
Average Clarity: VS
Beautiful, Unique Engagement Ring! Contact us for Resizing
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Platinum
Natural Brown Pink Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified center brown and red center sapphire with 2
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Late 20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Sapphire, Brown Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 0.73ctw Old European Prong Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous, vintage, diamond engagement ring that was crafted from solid .900 platinum
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Platinum
1.13 carat I/VS2 GIA Old European Cut Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
promise of everlasting love. Celebrate your unique love story with this exquisite engagement ring—a blend
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980’s 18ct White Gold, Diamond Single Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring
18ct White Gold- Stamped 750
Makers Mark L B Ld
Pretty, vintage
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Late 20th Century English Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro 1.63 Carats Old Mine Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ring Size: 7 1/4 & sizable
Measures North to South 6.8 mm and sits 7.0 mm high
Total weight: 4.9
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1940s Retro Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.52 Carat Diamond Platinum Scrolled Foliate Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
: 1930s
Ring Size: 5 & sizable (risking engraving at base of shank)
Measures: 8.9 mm wide and sits 7.3
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Unique Brown Leather Diamond and Topaz Ring Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Surfside, FL
Unique brown leather diamond and topaz ring in 18k yellow gold. Size 6.25, head measures 29mm x
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20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Yellow Gold
15.30ct Emerald Cut I/IF GIA Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your love story with the epitome of opulence – an extraordinary engagement ring featuring a
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20th Century American Modern Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond
9.05 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Square Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Prestigious New York Jeweler
Located in Lakewood, NJ
platinum ring with shield shape white diamond side stones.
The unique center stone is cut with large
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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.15 Carat Burma Octagonal Ruby Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
adds a unique touch to the classic engagement ring style. Certified by GIA, the ruby's quality and
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Late 20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring 1.40ct Original 1930s Antique Platinum
Located in Dearborn, MI
its Unique Charm, this Ring Serves as a Perfect Alternative for an engagement ring,
Timeless and
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage GIA Certified 1.49ct. Diamond Engagement Ring L VS2 in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Here is a timeless deco engagement ring with a beautiful 1.49 ct. old European diamond as the
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Platinum
J. Birnbach 1.19 carat Old Euro Antique Engagement Ring in Platinum
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This sweet ring is a special piece from the J. Birnbach vault! This unique antique engagement ring
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20th Century American Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Granat Brothers Old European Cut Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5.75
This stunning vintage diamond engagement ring will absolutely take your breath
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1.30 Carat GIA Certified Square Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This amazing platinum engagement ring centers a unique GIA certified modified square brilliant cut
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20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.41 Carat Green Blue Oval Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Blue and green sapphire and baguette engagement ring. This unique GIA certified oval center
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Late 20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
4.00 Carat Oval Orange Sapphire Halo Diamond Filigree Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's Orange sapphire and diamond engagement ring. 4.00ct. certified oval orange center sapphire
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Late 20th Century Vintage Engagement Rings Unique
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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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Vintage Engagement Rings Unique For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage engagement rings unique you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage engagement rings unique among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Today, if you’re looking for an old mine cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and old european cut alternatives. Finding a vintage engagement rings unique for sale for women should be easy, but there are 11 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Vintage Engagement Rings Unique?
The price for a vintage engagement rings unique starts at $650 and tops out at $49,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,531.
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 rings, vintage 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 Engagement Rings Unique
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A 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 8, 2023A 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, 2023You 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, 2023You 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, 2023Whether 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 2, 2023A 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, 2023Yes, 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 1, 2023The 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, 2023The 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, 2023Details 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, 2024There 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The 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.
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