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Rings For Sale
Opal Ring Lightning Ridge Australian, Red Flash, 18K Size 8.5
Located in Southbury, CT
This slender, one-of-a-kind, handmade 18K yellow gold ring is the delivery vehicle for one of the finest Australian black opals I have ever seen. Measuring approximately 8.39mm x 4.9...
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2010s Artisan Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Natural Emerald & Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Emerald & Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cabochon Ruby - 17.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Emeralds - 2.00 Carat Natural Red Spina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Spinel, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso Blue Aquamarine Sugarstack Loaf 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Blue Aquamarine Sugar Stack 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A beautiful and rare sugarloaf blue aquamarine ring from the Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso colle...
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20th Century Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Between the Finger Turquoise and Diamond Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
A rare and exquisite creation from Van Cleef &Arpels, this two-finger ring is a stunning showcase of the Maison’s signature elegance and artistic flair. Crafted in 18K gold, the ring...
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2010s French Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

3.75 Carat Burmese Sapphire 1.60 Carat Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 3.75 carat Burmese sapphire, 1.60 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold and 15 karat white gold set ring; part of our diverse collection of cush...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15kt Gold Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring – Cushion Cut
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 15kt Gold Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring – Cushion Cut This elegant antique ring, dating to the 1920s, features a vivid Colombian emerald weighing approximately 7 carats. ...
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1920s Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Omega Constellation 18kt Gold Diamond Ring Watch – Mother-of-Pearl Dial
Located in Braintree, GB
Omega Constellation 18kt Gold Diamond Ring Watch – Mother-of-Pearl Dial A truly rare and unique piece of jewellery, this Omega ladies Constellation watch has been custom transformed...
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1970s Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Antique Victorian 3.20 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a GIA certified Old Mine cut Diamond weighing 3.20 carats, H color, VS2 clarity, GIA #11877075. The ring features accenting Rose cut Diamonds o...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique 19th Century 18kt Gold Signet Ring with Coat of Arms
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 19th Century 18kt Gold Signet Ring with Coat of Arms This impressive antique signet ring is crafted from rich 18kt yellow gold and dates to the 19th century. Weighing a subs...
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19th Century Antique Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Premium Lenght GIA Certified 5 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A Timeless Statement of Elegance Introducing a magnificent 5.00-carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, certified by GIA, and crafted for those who appreciate the finest in luxury and rarit...
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2010s American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

BULGARI Tubogas Serpenti Pink Tourmaline Yellow Gold 3-Row Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Bvlgari Serpenti 3-row ring from the classic Tubogas collection features a slightly adjustable wrap design crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with a pear-cut pink ...
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1990s Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Vivid Pink Tourmaline Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Tiffany & Co. Vivid Pink Tourmaline Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring. A beautifully made yellow gold ring set with a stunning vivid pink heart cut natural tourmaline. Superb...
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20th Century Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

EXCEPTIONAL GIA Certified 3.98 Carat Minor Oil Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Step into the realm of the extraordinary with this GRS-certified 3.98-carat emerald, renowned for its lush, vivid hue and exceptional presence. Exhibiting minor clarity enhancement...
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2010s American Modern Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

OSCAR HEYMAN Cluster Cocktail Ring Platinum With 8.78 Ctw Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by the Oscar Heyman Brothers. This is a fabulous cluster cocktail ring, created in New York city by the iconic jewelry makers of Oscar Heyman Company. The gor...
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1980s North American Modernist Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

CARTIER 1970 Paris George L'Enfant Ring In 18Kt Gold With 1.95 Cts In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Ring designed by George L'Enfant for Cartier. A gorgeous heart-shaped ring created in Paris France at the jewelry atelier of George L'Enfant for the jewelry house of Cartier. This r...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 15kt Gold Carnelian Signet Ring – Carved Heraldic Crest
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 15kt Gold Carnelian Signet Ring – Carved Heraldic Crest (c.1890s) This distinguished 19th-century signet ring is crafted in rich 15kt yellow gold and features a fi...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 15k Gold

French Georgian pearl ring in 18 karat gold, rectangular shape, natural pearl
Located in PARIS, FR
French Georgian pearl ring in 18 karat gold, rectangular in shape and centered with 6 fine pearls held by gold threads in an oval star decoration, on a background of small matte gold...
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1830s French Georgian Antique Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Big and Bold 18K Yellow Gold David Webb Bombe Dome Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
There are not many jewelry designers who have created items that are as iconic, recognizable, and palpable as David Webb. His jewels are always unique, distinctive and most often hav...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.77 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Ceylon No Heat Cushion Cut and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This natural 7.77 carat unheated Ceylon blue sapphire ring is a striking statement of elegance and rarity. It is both AGL Certified and SSEF certified as originating from Ceylon (Sri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rings

Materials

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

Large 14k Faceted Cocktail Ring Estate Two Tone Yellow Rose Gold Sz 7 Oval
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish large contemporary cocktail ring crafted in two-tone 14 karat yellow & rose gold. The large oval mount features a faceted mosaic pattern that is designed to catch light and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

10.35 Carat Purple Sapphire No Heat Ceylon and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
AGL certified 10.35 carat no heat Ceylon oval cut pinkish purple sapphire and mixed cut diamond cluster platinum ring. The stone bears excellent luster, transparency, and color. It i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 1930s 17.13 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an AGL certified, Ceylon origin, non-heat treated, Cushion cut Sapphire at the center weighing 17.13 carats, accented by Baguette cut Diamonds weighin...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 1970s Van Cleef & Arpels 24.29 Carat Cushion Cut Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a GIA certified Cushion cut Diamond, Fancy Yellow color, VVS2 clarity, GIA#6177266012. The ring features two Shield cut side Diamonds. Signed b...
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1970s Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Mid-Century 9.90 CTW Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring AGL
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an elongated emerald cut emerald weighing 7.60 carats total - transparent medium green Natural Colombian in origin and displaying insignificant traditional clarity enhancem...
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1950s Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage 1980s 8.16 Carat Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum, with an Oval cut Sapphire weighing 8.16 carats and channel-set Baguette cut and small Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.50 ...
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1980s Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Fred Leighton Oval Peridot and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A fine oval peridot weighing 31.14 carats is set in a bezel of 18 karat yellow gold flanked with a pair of shield shape diamonds totaling approximately 0....
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2010s American Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Soleste Platinum Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Platinum Halo Engagement Ring featuring a 0.67 ctw Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond. This elegant ring weighs 2.6 grams...
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2010s American Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1910 Edwardian 14k Yellow and Platinum Gold Toi et Moi 2 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely Toi et Moi ring comes from the 1910 Edwardian period and is made with 14k yellow gold and platinum with 2 carats of natural, Euro cut diamond. This Toi et Moi, meaning ‘Y...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 4.30 Carat F Color VS2 Old Miner Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite engagement ring features a rare and captivating 4.30-carat Old Mine Brilliant cut diamond, certified by GIA with a color grade of F and a clarity grade of VS2. Measuri...
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2010s American Art Deco Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rare Cartier French sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This rare mid-century Cartier ring features 4.10 carats of vivid cabochon sapphires accented by diamonds, set in luxurious 18k yellow gold, epitomizing timeless elegance. Accompanie...
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1960s Modern Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Pavé Diamond Set Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a timeless diamond ring from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This wonderful piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and showcases three gliste...
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1990s Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette Cut Diamond Eternity Ring Size O (55)
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous diamond eternity ring. This platinum piece showcases a continuous row of bright white straight baguette-cut diamonds, meticulously channel set to maximise the...
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20th Century Rings

Materials

Diamond

Chopard 18K White Gold Happy Spirit Double Pave Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A playful yet timeless design by Chopard, this *Happy Spirit* ring is crafted in solid 18K white gold and features a bold double band motif, fully pave-set with approximately 0.58 ca...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. White Round & Pear Cut Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Natural Diamond 950 Platinum Ring. A beautiful platinum cluster ring set with a stunning 4mm round cut natural diamond centre stone. Superb colour, clarity and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Alex Jona 2.52 Carat White Diamond Certified 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold ring set with a 2.52 round cut diamond, F color, VVS2 Clarity, HRD certificate. Ring size US 6.5- EU 12. Can ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Comete Bulle de Ciel Ring with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Diamonds weighing a total of 1.72 carats and Sapphires weighing a total of 5.67 carats. Signed by Chanel, from their Comete Collection Size 6 Co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

CARTIER Trinity White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier 18 karat white gold & diamond ring, Cartier. The Trinity ring designed as three interlocking bands set all around with a total of approximately 99 round brilliant cut diam...
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2010s Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Berca 10.24 Kt Octagon Cut Brazilian Aquamarine Oval Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind 10,24 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Brazilian Aquamarine (0.74 in lenght 0,37 in width, 18,88x9,52 mm) in a Chic yet Timeless two 1,13 Carat Natural Ceylon Oval Blue Sapphi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Aquamarine, White Gold, 18k Gold

Baguette Emerald Diamond Eternity Band Ring for Engagement in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Baguette Emerald Diamond Eternity Band Ring for Engagement in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 2.25 carats and diamonds of 0.68 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with e...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Towards the Stars Kaleidoscope Ring
Located in London, GB
Towards the Stars Collection Prepare to be mesmerised by this extraordinary piece of wearable art—a ring that invites you into a world of endless fascination. With each glance into i...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cabochon Colombian Emerald, Ruby and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A precious emerald from Colombia is the heart of this ring. Secured in 18k yellow gold prongs, the raised oval cabochon displays its unique inclusions. Two rows of ruby cabochons and...
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2010s American Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Sixteen-Stone Diamond Ring Size P (56.5)
Located in London, GB
Here we have an sixteen-stone diamond eternity ring by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. This iconic piece boasts a sophisticated elegance with a contemporary yet classic design. D...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Hermès Chaine D'ancre Sterling Silver Ring, circa 1995
Located in Valenza, IT
Chic yet Timeless, absolutely Iconic Hermès Sterling Silver Chaine d'Ancre Ring, French Size 54, US Size 6,75 , circa 1995. The story of this piece began more than 80 years ago, in 1...
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1990s French Contemporary Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Unheated Pink Sapphire Flower Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 18k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Unheated Pink Sapphire Flower Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural pink sapphires of 1.91 carats and diamonds of 0.32 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Cartier Walking Panthere Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately a total of 4.00 carats. Signed by Cartier, from their Walking Panthere collection. Size 52 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Platinum Diamond Cushion Bubble Ring
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim has updated her signature 18k Gold Diamond Bubble Ring with the addition of platinum. With one-half shank gold and one-half platinum, this 18k Gold and Platinum Diamond Cush...
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2010s American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Bvlgari Astrea Vivid Blue Sapphire Oval Cut 18k White Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Bvlgari Astrea Oval Cut Blue Sapphire 18k White Gold Bypass Ring. The classic Bvlgari snake theme from the more modern Astrea line, this 18k wh...
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20th Century Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Iconic Bulgari B. Zero1 18ct Yellow Gold & Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This iconic Bulgari statement ring features multiple sprung bands, set all the way round with glittering round brilliant cut diamonds. With three central stone-set bands bordered by two polished gold bands, this is a broad ring...
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Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Modernist Bypass Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold 8.14 Ctw Turquoise And Citrine
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural double ring with diamond. An sculptural bypass ring, created in Italy with modernist shapes. This beautiful ring was crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high p...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

New 13.9 Carat Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Silver Ring Sz 6.75
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Sri Lanka and is just beautifully cut. It is a blue sapphire and is 13.9 cts. It is a fancy cushion cut stone and measures 14.3 x 12.8 mm and is flanked by 2 rows...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Tiffany T T1 Ring in Yellow Gold Size 5
Located in MIAMI, FL
Tiffany T is an expression of love’s endless potential. Inspired by an archival bracelet from 1975, T is an homage to the House’s iconic motif and the spirit of New York, which founder Charles Lewis Tiffany regarded as the place of promise and possibilities. Wear this Tiffany T ring on its own or mix and match with other Tiffany rings to make a statement. Crafted in 18k yellow gold and showing a 2.5 mm width. This ring is a size 5 and fully hallmarked by the designer. The ring is in excellent pre owned condition, and will arrive to you like "new" in an iconic Tiffany blue ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Pear Cut 18 Carat Green Amethyst Yellow Gold Pl Sterling Ring Size 7.5
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 7. This stone is from Africa. It is a beautiful pear cut stone and is 18 cts. It's a very high quality stone. It measures 23 x 13 mm. It is a beautiful ring a...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

New 3.20 Carat Sea Blue Aquamarine & Baguette Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Brazil and is just exquisite. The stone is a sea blue aquamarine and is 3.20 cts. The stone is a baguette cut stone and measures 9 x 7.2 mm and has beautiful oval ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

New 4.10 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond Cut Pariaba Blue Stone Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Brazil and is just exquisite. The stone is an ice blue aquamarine and is 4.10 carats. The stone is an oval cut stone and measures 12.2 x 10.2 mm and is surrounded ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Aquamarine, Sterling Silver, Silver

New 6.75 Carat Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Silver Ring Sz 7.75
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Sri Lanka and is just beautifully cut. It is a blue sapphire and is 7.75 cts. It is a fancy oval cut stone and measures 12 x 9.8 mm and is flanked by 2 rows diamo...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

New 9.70 Carat Purple Amethyst & Diamond Cut Purple Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Brazil and is just beautifully cut and exquisite. It is an Amethyst stone and is 9.70 carats and measures 16 x 11.8 mm. It is surrounded by diamond cut White Sapph...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Baroque Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Baroque Pearl Diamond Ring. This striking square-top ring features a pave-set diamond surface, with th...
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20th Century American Modern Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

14K Solid White Gold Diamond Ring with Ruby
Located in Astoria, NY
I ship all my products from the USA! Not my handwork! I'm selling my used CIRARI Ruby and Diamond ring! I bought it about 3 years ago on Gemshoping TV. At that time I wore white go...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique and Vintage Rings, Cocktail Rings and Art Deco Rings for Sale on 1stDibs

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.

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