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Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 14k Gold for Center Dia. Accents .43ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Your bride-to-be is sure to absolutely adore this gorgeous NEW semi-mount engagement ring! Crafted
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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14k Gold, White Gold

New Scott Kay Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 14k Gold for Bypass .78ctw
By Scott Kay
Located in Greensboro, NC
Showcase your perfect diamond solitaire or heirloom gemstone in this beautiful semi-mount
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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White Gold, 14k Gold

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring & Wedding Band, 14k Gold Diamond Accents .55ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
-mount engagement ring and a matching wedding band that is contoured to sit beautifully next to its mate
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

New Jabel Semi-Mount Engagement Ring & Wedding Band, 18k Gold Diamonds .32ctw
By Jabel
Located in Greensboro, NC
delight your sweetheart! The semi-mount engagement ring will accommodate a round cut diamond or gemstone
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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White Gold, 18k Gold

NEW Semi-Mount Engagement Ring & Wedding Band, 14k Gold .13ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
this semi-mount wedding set. Fashioned in 14k white gold, this NEW set is comprised of an engagement
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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14k Gold, White Gold

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 18k Gold Diamonds Round Brilliant .48ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
highlighted by the three rows of sparkling diamond accents, this NEW semi-mount ring is crafted in luxurious
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Center .33 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
, this NEW engagement ring features a semi-mount for a diamond or gemstone measuring 4.3 - 5mm across the
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Semi-Mount Engagement Ring & Wedding Band, 14k Center .39ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Engagement Ring's Style: Solitaire with Accents Wedding Band's Style: With Diamonds Face Height (north to
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Semi-Mount Engagement Ring 14k Gold for Center Diamond Accents .75ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 3/4, but it can be re-sized up or down 1 size for a $30 fee. Once a ring is
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 14k Gold for Center Milgrain w/ Diamonds
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 3/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes or down 1 size for a $25 fee. Once a
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring & Wedding Band, 14k Gold for Center .37ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
fashioned in two types of 14k gold and features a semi-mount for a diamond or gemstone measuring
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 18k White Gold for Stone Genuine .57ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
stylish, this semi-mount provides the perfect stage for your diamond or heirloom gemstone! This ring is
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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White Gold

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring & Wedding Band, 14k Gold Center Halo .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Engagement Ring Fits Stone Diameter: 5mm Engagement Ring's Style: Solitaire with Accents / Halo Wedding
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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14k Gold

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring 14k White Gold for Center Diamonds .38ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 1/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $30 fee or down 1 size for a $25
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 18k Gold for Center w/ Baguette Diamonds
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 3/4. Metal Content: Guaranteed 18k Gold as stamped Stone Information
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 18k Gold & Platinum Fits w/Dias .33ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 1/2 - 6 3/4. Metal Content: Guaranteed 18k Gold & Platinum as stamped Stone
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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18k Gold, Platinum

White Gold Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 14k Fits Oval Center with Diamonds
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $30 or Down 1 size for $25 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information: Cubic Zirconia (placeholder solitaire) Cut: Oval Color: Clear ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 14 Karat Gold Fits Center with Diamonds .41 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 3/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $25 fee or down 1 size for a $40
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Ritani Grecian Leaf Semi-Mount Engagement Ring White Gold, 14k Center .14ctw
By Ritani
Located in Greensboro, NC
Originally retailing for $2370, this gorgeous designer ring is being offered here for a much more
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20th Century Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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White Gold

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 14k White Gold Center .33ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
, this NEW engagement ring features a semi-mount for a diamond or gemstone measuring 4.3 - 5mm across the
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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White Gold

New Semi-Mount Engagement Ring 18k Gold Fits Center w/Diamonds .26ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 1/2, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $35 fee or down 1 size for a $30
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Semi-Mount Halo Engagement Ring, 18k Gold for Solitaire .47ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Composed of 18k white gold, this breathtaking NEW semi-mount engagement ring showcases a cubic
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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18k Gold

New Semi-Mount Halo Engagement Ring & Wedding Band, 18k Gold 2.35ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
spectacular set consists of a double halo semi-mount engagement ring and a matching contoured wedding band
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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18k Gold

Art Deco Inspired 14 Karat with Diamonds Ring Semi Mount
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco inspired 14k with diamonds ring semi mount, containing diamonds weighing diamonds
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Late 20th Century American Retro Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Semi-Mount Halo Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold for Oval Center with Diamonds
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 1/2, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $30 fee or down 2 sizes for a
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Ring .38ct VS2 GIA Cert. Original 1930s Never Worn NOS 18K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Art Deco Antique from 1930's New Old Stock Rare 18K White Gold Engagement Ring Semi Mount Setting
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

New Semi-Mount Halo Ring -18k Gold Center Round Brilliant Accents .53ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Absolutely breathtaking, this NEW semi-mount ring will be the perfect piece to display your
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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18k Gold

New Scott Kay Semi-Mount Wedding Set, 14k Gold Bypass Sapphires Diamonds .89ctw
By Scott Kay
Located in Greensboro, NC
. Fashioned in popular 14k white gold, the set features an elegant, bypass-style engagement ring with a raised
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

Deco Sapphire 3 Stone Diamond Sri Lanka Sapphire Ring 2.10ct GIA 1930s NOS 18K
Located in Dearborn, MI
New Old Stock Rare 14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Ring Semi Mount Setting Never Worn, Never Sold
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Semi-Mount Wedding Set, 14k White Gold Diamonds & Sapphires .85ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
You'll keep the romance alive for a lifetime when you propose with this semi-mount wedding set
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

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1960s Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.75 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold full eternity ring; part of our vintage jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vintage eternity ring has been...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.23 Ct Diamonds, 1.33 Ct Oval Emerald, Gold and BlackEnamel cocktail ring
Located in BARI, IT
This fascinating ring is a pleasure for the eyes and for the touch. In fact, it has a wonderful design and perfect manufacturing. When you look at it, you enter in a whirlwind of lig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Sapphire Ring 2.65ct Oval Sideways Original 1930s Filigree Antique 14k
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Vintage Sapphire Ring 2.65ct Sideways Oval Rare 14K Yellow Gold Featuring a Dark Ocean Blue 2.65 Carat Genuine Natural Oval Sapphire ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Enhancer Wedding Band 14k Marq.49ctw Wrap Jacket Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $70 or Down 1 size for $60 Note: When re-sized, the shank's vertical center cross bar will be removed. Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k Wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Garnet, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Two-Tone Channel Set Diamond Wedding Band Jacket
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a 14k white and yellow gold engagement ring jacket with overlapping knot detail in the front and a channel set with graduated diamonds on the shoulders. It is designed for a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Iridescent Enamel Scarab Beetle Bracelet Antique Egyptian Revival
Located in New York, NY
A very rare and wonderful antique Egyptian Revival Bracelet with 12 Iridescent Green Enamel Scarab Beetles. The jewel an Egyptian Revival piece dating to circa 1860 - 1930. It is ve...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Enamel, Gold-filled

Vintage Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The Emerald in this ring measures 1.5ct and is a great colour. Either side sits a baguette diamond, the diamond total is approx 30pts. The ring is modelled out of 18ct white gold. ...
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1980s British Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Gold

Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sapphire and diamond platinum engagement ring circa 1950. DETAILS: GEMSTONES: one round, faceted blue sapphire weighing approximately 1.11 carats. DIAMONDS: two tapered baguettes t...
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1950s Modern Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco GIA 1.71 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco GIA 1.71 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Ring. Featuring one GIA old mine cut diamond of 1.71 carats, accompanied by GIA #5231183143 stating the diamond is K color, ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

5.05 Carat Cubic Zirconia Solitaire Pear Shape Silver Engagement Cocktail Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Exceptionally crafted, this classic engagement ring showcases a large 5.05 carat pear shape centre diamond simulant flanked by two beautifully matched tapered baguette cut cubic zirc...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver

Vintage Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat White Gold Vintage Openwork Diamond Ring Featuring 1 Round Diamond Weighing 0.10 Carat. Finished Weight is 2.1 Grams. Finger Size 6.25; Purchase Includes One Free Sizing Upo...
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.00 Carat Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Size: 5.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.5 grams Center Stone Details: Type: Sapphire, Natural Weight: 1.00 carat Cut: Transitional Round Color: Blue...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vera Wang On Weddings by Vera Wang Large Hardcover Book
By Vera Wang
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vera Wang On Weddings by Vera Wang Large Hardcover Book. In this superbly produced volume by Callaway Editions, Ltd.; the world′s most successful bridal gown designer shares her thou...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

0.25ctw Diamond Wedding Ring Jacket, 14k White Gold, Diamond
Located in McLeansville, NC
This gorgeous 0.25ctw diamond wedding ring jacket is the perfect way to make your special day even more memorable! Crafted from 14K white gold, this unique ring jacket features a mag...
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1980s Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond Enhancer Wedding Band 14k Round .60ctw Twist Wrap Jacket Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
White Gold Diamond Enhancer Wedding Band 14k Round .60ctw Twist Wrap Jacket Ring Stone Information: Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .60ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 ...
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20th Century Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

18k Solid White Gold Emerald Cluster Engagement Ring with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Emerald Cluster Engagement Ring with Diamonds Set in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 0.63 carats and diamonds of 0.23 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every styl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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

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GIA Emerald Cut 4.09 Carat Diamond Baguette Diamond Wedding Band Insert Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
18 Karat custom made engagement semi- mount ring and baguette diamond hexagonal wedding ring. The
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1980s American Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Semi-Mount Engagement Ring, 14k for Center Diamonds .32ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Down 2 size for $25 or Up 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information: Natural Diamond Accents Total Carats: .32ct...
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20th Century Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Tacori Square Engagement Ring Platinum Diamond Semi Mount Jewelry
By Tacori
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant & finely detailed Tacori engagement ring crafted in 900 platinum. Centrally mounted cubic
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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White Diamond, Platinum

GIA 11.06 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Show your art-deco side, with this candle-light romantic, emerald cut diamond engagement ring
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1980s American Modern Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Modern Black Opal Diamond Gold Ring
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
band are formed of semi-circles again set with diamond pave leading to the beginning of the ring band
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20th Century French Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Vintage Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold 0.67 Carat Old Mine Cut Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage diamond engagement ring (circa 1940s to 1950s) crafted in 14 karat white gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
US.7 * The ring can be size 1-2 size without extra charge. * You can order as semi-mount to put your
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Emerald Diamond Ring Platinum Ballerina Estate Fine Jewelry Engagement
Located in Torrance, CA
an alternative engagement ring. The ring is in very good condition and was recently professionally
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Garnet Citrine Anniversary Band 9 Karat Gold Wedding Stacking Ring
Located in Torrance, CA
a raised gallery mount. The stones are securely set into 5 and 6 pronged mounts. The ring is perfect
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20th Century British Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Citrine, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Inspired 14 Karat White Gold with Diamonds and Sapphires Semi Mount
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamonds round .40pts. and sapphires square cut .60pts. the ring is a size 6.5 and can be sized to fit for
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Late 20th Century American Retro Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
size 1 size without extra charge. * You can order as semi-mount to put your own diamond (center size is
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Unique 18 Karat Gold Diamonds Semi Mounting Ring
Located in Miami, FL
quality that weigh 0.10ctw. This semi mounting ring can be resized upon request. Composition: 18k gold and
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Unique 18 Karat Gold Diamonds Semi Mounting Ring
Located in Miami, FL
quality that weigh 0.10ctw. This semi mounting ring can be resized upon request. Composition: 18k gold and
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Platinum Handmade Old Mine Cut Diamond Semi Mounting Ring
Located in Miami, FL
0.80 to 1.10ctw Ring size: 7 ¼ Ring face measurement: 9mm by 19mm Height: 5mm Total weight: 4.4 grams
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

18 Karat Gold and Platinum Diamond Semi Mounting Ring
Located in Miami, FL
cut diamonds of J-SI1 quality that weigh 0.40ctw. Ring size: 7 ½ Ring face diameter: 12mm Height
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of vintage semi mount engagement rings. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, white gold and 14k gold. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of vintage semi mount engagement rings to choose from, but Art Deco and modern vintage semi mount engagement rings are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc., Scott Kay and Tacori are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 36 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage semi mount engagement rings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut and emerald cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of vintage semi mount engagement rings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Vintage Semi Mount Engagement Rings?

Prices for vintage semi mount engagement rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $395 and can go as high as $127,999, while vintage semi mount engagement rings, on average, fetch $1,650.

Finding the Right rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.