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1930s Round Engagement Ring with Two Baguette
Located in New York, NY
The ring is finely crafted in platinum with round center diamond weighing approximately total of
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1930s American Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

.70ct Transitional Round Engagement Ring, circa 1950s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 8 Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.5 grams
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Tiffany & Co. Vintage .66 Lucida Solitaire Platinum Engagement Ring and Band Set
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
(Round) Engagement Ring band width: 3.37 mm - 2.48 mm Wedding Band width: 2.61 mm Stamped on engagement
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1990s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Charming Round Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This charming platinum ring centers a sparkling round cut diamond that weighs 0.45ct. and is
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20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Vintage Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond: 6 round single cut = 0.10cttw Color: H Clarity: VS2-SI1 Dimensions: ring top measures 6.6mm wide
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20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

1930s Platinum Engagement Ring with 1.00 Round Diamond
Located in New York, NY
The beautiful engagement ring is finely crafted in platinum with center diamond weighing
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1930s American Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

HRD Certified 1 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
A true design masterpiece, this setting is the world’s most iconic engagement ring. Flawlessly
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Late 20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

1930s Plat Engagement Ring with Center Round Diamond
Located in New York, NY
The beautiful ring is finely crafted in platinum with center diamond weighing approximately total
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1930s American Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.51 Carat Round Diamond Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Round diamond solitaire engagement ring. Sparkly transitional Ideal cut center diamond faces up
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

.90 Carat Round Diamond Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond engagement solitaire engagement ring. round brilliant cut Diamond set in a 6 prong 14k
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring, White Gold, Round Cut
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
This sapphire ring features a natural untreated blue sapphire with natural iron crystals intact
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20th Century American Artist Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 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 Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 0.50 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.50 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold. The center diamond is high quality and
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1980s Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring - 900 Round Brilliant 2.07ctw GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamond Carat(s): 1.03ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: E Clarity: I1 Certified by: GIA Report Number
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20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

.84 Carat Round Baguette Diamond Platinum Solitair Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic platinum diamond solitaire engagement ring. Platinum setting with baguette side stones. The
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1.02cts Round Cut Diamond Platinum Geometric Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
An exquisite Round Cut Engagement Ring with a Geometric style. Bringing the beauty of the Art Deco
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1940s North American Art Deco Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Signed 0.45 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Signed 0.45 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold. The diamond is round, cut
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1980s Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1.14ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring, 14k White Gold
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $25 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Vintage 0.87 Carat Center Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.87 Carat Center Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold. The diamond is an earth mined
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1990s Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Three-Stone EGL Certified Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Seattle, WA
engagement ring. The center stone is 1.13ct, rated E for color and SI2 for clarity, while the flanking
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Late 20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage EGL 5.09ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A stunning estate engagement ring with a beautiful brilliant-cut diamond at its center, flanked by
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k Round Brilliant .38ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k Round Brilliant .38ct Stone Information: Natural
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20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Platinum Diamond Vintage Engagement Ring, 900 Round Cut 1.18 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Surprise the love of your life with her dream ring! Crafted in heirloom-quality 900 platinum, this
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20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 4.29ctw Round Garnet Baguette Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
style that will make an incredible engagement ring for someone who loves gemstones! Enjoy :) --Stone(s
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1950s Retro Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Platinum

Vintage 3.04ct Gia Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
This vintage platinum engagement ring showcases a GIA-certified round brilliant diamond weighing
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1960s Art Deco Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Round Emerald Engagement Ring, Rose Gold, May Birthstone, Colombian Emerald
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
This round emerald engagement ring features about 1 carat for the center stone and 0.19 carats in
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20th Century American Artist Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rose Gold

Single Stone, Solitaire Round Diamond 0.75ct Engagement Ring by Boodles
By Boodle & Dunthorne
Located in London, GB
Single stone diamond solitaire engagement ring by Boodles in 18 ct yellow gold. Made from solid
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1990s British Modern Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

1.11 Carat Round Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Aqua and diamond engagement ring. Beautiful bright round aquamarine center stone measuring 1.11cts
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

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 Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum 1.50ctw Round Solitaire w/ Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous vintage diamond engagement ring was crafted from solid platinum during the 1940's. It
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

2.38 Carat Round Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A timeless engagement ring style showcasing a round ruby flanked by tapered baguette diamonds on
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring, 14k Round Brilliant Cut .82ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Like effervescent champagne sparkling in candlelight, this radiant engagement ring will absolutely
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

New Semi-Mount Ring, Platinum Engagement Diamonds Round Brilliant .38ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 1/2, but it can be re-sized up 1 size for a $40 fee. Once a ring is re-sized
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.75 Carat Round Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Bright cornflower blue round Sapphire and diamond Platinum engagement ring. GIA certified natural
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

.65ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring Sterling Silver Bluish Green
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $20 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Diamond Engagement Ring, 925 Round Brilliant Cut .64ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7 - 7 1/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $20 fee. Once a ring is re
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Vintage 0.50ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, I Color, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Engagement Ring: Showcases a 0.50 carat round brilliant cut diamond, I color, VS1 clarity
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1950s French Retro Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring - Transitional Round .48ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Platinum Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .35ct Cut: Transitional Round Color: H Clarity: SI1
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Aquamarine Engagement Ring
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
the engagement ring more unique than a standard colorless diamond. The oval shape of the center gem
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20th Century American Artist Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Platinum 1.14ctw GIA Round Diamond w/ Baguette Accent Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a breathtaking, vintage, engagement style ring that was crafted from solid
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1950s Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

White Gold Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring 10k Round Brilliant .25ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
White Gold Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring 10k Round Brilliant .25ctw Stone Information
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20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

EGL Certified 1.91 Carat Round Diamond Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14k white gold four prong solitaire diamond engagement ring. 1.91ct center stone diamond in a 14k
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Late 20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 10k Round Brilliant .27ctw Cathedral
Located in Greensboro, NC
White Gold Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 10k Round Brilliant .27ctw Cathedral Stone Information
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20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

.90 Carat Round Diamond Three-Stone Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
.90ct round center diamond in a three-stone engagement setting. 14k white and yellow gold with 2
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century 1.45 CTW Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Vintage Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ring centers a prong set round transitional cut diamond weighing 1.15 carat total - I color with
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20th Century Modern Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Emerald Engagement Ring, Rose Gold, Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
This vintage inspired emerald engagement ring offers a unique design with milgrain detail around
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20th Century American Artisan Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1.79 Carat Round Diamond H/VVS1 GIA Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
diamond engagement ring by Tiffany & Co. mounted in platinum with 1.79ct round brilliant cut in the center
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20th Century American Modern Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Boucheron 1.06ct Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 18k Yellow Gold
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Boucheron engagement ring, crafted in 18k yellow gold, featuring a 1.06-carat center
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 0.65ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This vintage engagement ring showcases a 0.65-carat round brilliant cut diamond with I color and
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum Solitaire Round Diamond Engagement Ring 1.06 FVS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Diamond Engagement ring finely crafted in a six prong platinum mounting
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1990s American Contemporary Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

EGL Certified 2.71 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond three-stone engagement ring. EGL certified 2.71ct round brilliant cut center diamond in a
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany and Co. Etoile Platinum Round Diamond Engagement Ring .30ct FVVS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany and Co. engagement ring from the Etoile collection finely crafted in platinum featuring a
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 2.01ct Round Cut Natural Emerald Engagement Ring, 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A timeless vintage French emerald ring showcasing a 2.01-carat round-cut natural emerald
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1940s French Retro Vintage Round Engagement Rings

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Emerald, Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co GIA 1.40 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
1990's Tiffany & Co diamond solitaire engagement ring. GIA certified round brilliant cut center
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Late 20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 18k Gold Diamonds Round Brilliant .48ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Surprise your sweetheart with an engagement piece personalized just for her! Beautifully
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

2/3ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Ring, 14k Rose Cluster Halo Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 3/4 - 7, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $30 fee. Once a ring is re
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 1.12 Carat Green Yellow Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond engagement ring. Round Ideal cut center stone with pave set diamond shoulders in a platinum
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Late 20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.01 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring Features Round Brilliant Solitaire Diamond Size
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Late 20th Century Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 14.83 Carats Round Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This Luxurious three stone engagement ring features a 14.83 carats round brilliant diamond on a
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1960s American Contemporary Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Retro Gold 0.65 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Colorless Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 14kt YG 3.4g Vintage Diamond ring set with three round brilliant diamonds weighing
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1970s North American Retro Vintage Round Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

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Vintage Round Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of vintage round engagement rings available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and White Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of vintage round engagement rings bearing Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Henry Dunay and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and mixed cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of vintage round engagement rings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Vintage Round Engagement Rings?

On average, vintage round engagement rings at 1stDibs sell for $2,280, while they’re typically $220 on the low end and $60,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Round Engagement Rings
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.