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Rings For Sale
Creator: Roman Malakov
Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Feasterville, PA
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ring from the Socrate collection is a testament to the brand's commitment to craftsmanship, beauty, and precision. Size 4 3/4 and can be re...
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Early 2000s Rings

Van Cleef Diamond Flower Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 18K White Gold. There are 4.25ct in Diamonds F VVS. The ring has French Maker Marks on the outside of the ring. The ring comes with Certificate of Authenticity. The ring ...
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2010s Rings

Van Cleef in between finger Oiseaux De Paradis Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pave Set Diamonds: Approx.1.10Ctw Weight: 7.8 grams Width: 25mm Ring Size: 6
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2010s Rings

Van Cleef Trefle Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring designed as a quatrefoil flower featuring a large round diamond at the center, the petals pavé set with diamonds. Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.75 carat Sign...
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2010s Rings

Van Cleef Cosmos Diamond Ring Medium Size
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels, "Cosmos" medium model diamond ring in 18kt white gold. 18Kt White Gold, 4 petals incrusted with 47 round cut diamonds, center diamond approx. 0.28 Ctw. Total wei...
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2010s Rings

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS PARIS 18k YG, Diamond & Ruby Bypass Leaf Ring Vintage 1960s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels by Andre Vassort 18k Yellow Gold, Ruby & Diamond Bypass Leaf Ring Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring. T...
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1960s French Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 2 Carat Emerald And Diamond Cocktail Dome Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Oval Cabochon Emerald And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Dome Ring. A stunning and rare vintage VCA New York ring with a classic design typical of ...
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20th Century American Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef and Arpels Coral Butterfly Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful Vintage 18k Yellow gold Coral Motif Butterfly Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. The ring is set with a centre butterfly motif of Coral inlay that is further complemented by a b...
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1970s French Vintage Rings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold White Coral Diamond Alhambra Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold White Coral Diamond Alhambra Ring from Van Cleef & Arpels. With 1 round brilliant cut diamond, VVS1 clarity, F color. Total diamond weight: .06ct Alhambra cut white ...
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1970s French Vintage Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold 0.39ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Trust us when we say this ring deserves a place in your jewelry box. A lovely creation by Van Cleef & Arpels, this 18K yellow gold ring features a dazzling combination of diamonds an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels NY Natural Diamond Platinum Solitaire Band Ring 49
Located in Birmingham, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels New York Platinum Diamond Band Ring. A classic band ring from VCA New York collection. Set with a single flush set 2.5mm round cut natural white diamond. Fine jew...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Eternity Band 1.5 Carat CIRCA 1930
Located in PARIS, FR
The Van Cleef & Arpels brillant cut eternity band in platinum is a remarkable piece of jewelry that represents timeless elegance and sophistication. The band is in excellent condit...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis and 5 Row Diamond Stacking Philippine Ring, 18K Yellow
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Ring with Two Carved Lapis Inlays and 5 Row Diamond Stacking Philippine Ring made in 18K Yellow Gold. There are 5 rows of diamonds, totaling to 15 round diamonds...
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20th Century Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Open Heart Band Ring with Box
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Open Heart Ring. Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring with yellow gold heart design. Rare piece. The ring is engraved VCA, 750 (for 18k gold) and...
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20th Century French Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloché Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 54
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2318 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Date 2021 RRP £3,500 Incl taxes/ 4,050€ Incl taxes / $ 3,700 Excl taxes Model VCARP6I300 Serial Number JC****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold W...
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2010s French Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Natural Diamond Platinum Band Etoile Ring 5.25 EU50
Located in Birmingham, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Diamond Band Ring. A classic band ring from VCA Etoile collection. Set with three flush set 1.8mm round cut natural white diamonds. Fine jewellery houses...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire 18k White & Yellow Gold Open Band Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow & White Gold Open Band Ring. Vintage VCA ring with an unique yellow and white multi-tone gold open design. Set into the sides are 4 small...
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20th Century French Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Green Malachite 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection features the classic bead-edged lucky clover design crafted in 18k yellow gold and inlaid with green m...
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2010s Rings

Materials

Malachite, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Double Headed Coral Duck Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with carved Coral, Diamonds, and Emeralds. Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels Size 4 3/4
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20th Century Rings

Materials

18k Gold

10 Carat Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire 18k Gold Dome Signet Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 10 Carat Blue Star Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Dome Ring. A stunning vintage (almost antique) ring by French fine jewellery house Van...
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20th Century French Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lazuli Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Ring features Lapis Lazuli lucky clover Motif. 18k yellow gold and bezel-set brilliant-cut round diamond of an estimated 0.05 carats set in the ce...
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1970s French Vintage Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 3 row Bombe ring
Located in Addlestone, GB
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, A DIAMOND BOMBE RING 18ct yellow gold, pave set with round brilliant cut diamonds, half set Bombe with 3 rows of round-brilliant cut diamonds. 37 Diamonds indivi...
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Early 2000s French Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pave Diamond Gold Dome Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic Van Cleef & Arpels pave diamond 18k gold dome ring. 
The dome has angled corners with the diamonds set in four rows. This design called “a boule ring”, which stands for the rings with a domed head embellished with pave gems. The term came from the French word “ball”, or “globe” reflecting the ring’s round shape. 
This VCA diamond ring...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Fleurette Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the exquisite Fleurette collection features a double flower design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with round blue sapphires and brillia...
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1980s Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Burma Sapphire 7.32 cts
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA Italy Cabochon blue sapphire, 7.32 ct Ring Gia Report: Burma No Indictions of Heating Size 5.25 Measurements: 12.35 x 9.75 x 5.94 mm Pleasant Burmese color sapphire Clarity: visi...
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1960s Italian Vintage Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Perlee Diamond 18k White Gold Band 3-Row Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels band features a beaded border design crafted in 18k white gold and set with 3 rows of round brilliant D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated...
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2010s Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Braided Diamond Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An elegant Van Cleef & Arpels 18k gold braided diamond ring.
The ring is crafted as a double rope band, with two middle sections of the rope embellished with diamonds. The high-polished gold and delicate sparkle of the diamonds create a feminine appeal for the ring. This braided gold ring...
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1990s Unknown Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Alhambra Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the Alhambra collection. The ring is composed of a four leaf clover motif with a mother of pearl inlay, complimented by a bea...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cultured Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vancleave and Arpels, cultured pearl and diamond ring set with a round pearl measuring approximately 14 mm and shoulders highlighted with a brilliant cut butterfly. size 55 Signed Va...
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2010s French Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.61 Carats Total Radiant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant and elegantly made solitaire engagement ring features GIA Certified center stone 1.61 carats radiant cut diamond VS2 in clarity, M color and set in a classic four prong 18K W...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring. A stunning ring with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with a beautiful arrangemen...
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20th Century French Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels 18kt. yellow gold braid design ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Introducing a timeless symbol of elegance and sophistication: the Van Cleef & Arpels 18kt. yellow gold braid design ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite ...
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1980s French Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald and Diamond Three Flower Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald and Diamond Three Flower Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold. Ring Size US 5. Signed and numbered. SKU: 1484-
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20th Century Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Marquise Blue Sapphire And Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Marquise Cut Blue Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Cocktail Ring. A stunning vintage ring with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpel...
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20th Century French Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Cabochon Ring with emerald appx. 3 carats and diamonds appx. 0.68 carats made in 18k Yellow Gold. Signed and numbered. Total Weight: 10.84 grams. Ring S...
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20th Century Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

0.72 Carats Total Round Diamond Halo Illusion Engagement And Wedding Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
A well crafted engagement ring and wedding band set featuring 0.72 carats total brilliant round diamonds G-H color and VS-SI in clarity made in 14K White Gold. Engagement ring featur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels French Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Ring Size 5
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels French Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Ring—a captivating symphony of color, sparkle, and craftsmanship that embodies the essence of timeless beauty. Crafted by the esteemed French maison, Van Cleef & Arpels, this ring is a wearable masterpiece that celebrates the delicate allure of a butterfly with a ruby-adorned body and diamond-encrusted wings, all set in radiant 18K yellow gold. At the heart of this enchanting creation is a meticulously crafted butterfly with a body adorned in vibrant marquise shaped ruby, chosen for its rich hue and exceptional clarity. The ruby body serves as the focal point, infusing the ring with warmth and sophistication, while simultaneously symbolizing love, passion, and vitality. The wings of the butterfly are encrusted with diamonds, meticulously set in the golden frame...
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Late 20th Century Rings

Materials

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

0.68 Carats Total Round Diamond Halo Engagement and Wedding Band Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
A well crafted engagement ring and wedding band set featuring brilliant round diamonds weighing 0.68 carats total, G-H color and VS-SI in clarity made in 14K White Gold. Engagement r...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Roman Malakov 1.30 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic solitaire engagement ring showcasing a 1.30 carat round brilliant diamond, GIA certified as I Color and SI1 in clarity. Set in a four prong basket setting. Finely made in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Emerald Diamond Flower Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the classic Fleurette collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with green emeralds weighing an estimated 0.30 carats and brilliant...
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1990s French Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 0.21 Carats Round Halo Diamond Pave Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic engagement ring showcasing a GIA certified 0.21 carat brilliant round diamond F color, VS1 in clarity. Surrounded by round brilliant diamonds in a halo setting. Shank made ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.03 Carats Oval Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A well crafted engagement ring showcasing a color rich 1.03 carats oval cut fancy yellow diamond GIA certified. Center stone is acce...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.45 Carats Brilliant Round Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An elegant piece showcasing a vibrant 0.45 carat round brilliant diamond accented with tapered baguette 0.18 carat total diamonds on each side. Center stone is D color, SI1 in clari...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.70 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic and timeless solitaire engagement ring showcasing a 0.70 carat round brilliant diamond. EGL certified as D Color and SI1 in clarity. Set in a six prong basket setting, fine...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Paris Wood Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold And Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Bombe cocktail ring designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. A vintage modernist ring, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpel...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 0.51 Carats Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Pave-Set Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic engagement ring showcasing a 0.51 carat round brilliant diamond, GIA certified as F Color and VS2 in clarity. Set in a four prong basket setting. Accented with 0.25 carats ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Alhambra Ring
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ring from the Arno collection. The dress ring features a clover motif finished with a beaded edge, set with four round brilliant c...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels French Sapphire Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Ring Size 5
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels French Sapphire Diamond 18K Gold Butterfly Ring—a spellbinding ode to nature's beauty and the exquisite craftsmanship of the esteemed French maison...
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Late 20th Century Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bear Charm Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Bear Charm Vintage Band Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. Details: Ring Size: 6 Width: Band 6mm, Charm 8mm x 10mm Weight: 8 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Van Cleef & Arpels 750 ...
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1990s Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamond and Pink Sapphire Heart Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
A charming piece from Van Cleef & Arpels, this ring shimmers with sweet glitter from diamonds on heart bezels and faceted heart-shaped pink sapphires. The ring is made out of solid 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arples Tsavorite and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding creation from the world renowned luxury jewellery designer Van Cleef & Arpels. This ring has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and showcases a trio of ge...
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20th Century Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Heart 18k Multi Tone Tri Colour Gold Band Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Heart 18k Multi Tone/Tri Colour Gold Band Ring. Vintage VCA ring with a yellow, white and rose gold diamond set heart design. This...
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20th Century French Rings

Materials

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

Magic Alhambra Gray Mother of Pearl Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Magic Alhambra Gray Mother of Pearl size 58 Mother of Pearl is from French Polynesia. 20mm by 20 mm MOP top 18k Yellow Gold Signed and numbered jb335115 eagles head Hallmark and wo...
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2010s French Rings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Philippine Diamond ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Yellow Gold 18k all Diamond VCA Philippine Ring Size 4 can be resized up a little. Hallmarked VCA numbered and the .50 ct Diamonds. 1968 this vers...
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1960s French Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole 18K White Gold 2.10ct Diamond Finger Flower Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Inspired by nature, this Van Cleef & Arpels creation is bound to add whimsical elegance to your jewelry wardrobe. This stunner features a flower duo centerpiece with heart-shaped pet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA Emerald & Diamond Asymmetrical Stacking Ring. Pave Set Round Brilliant Diamonds and Emeralds TW 1.55 cts 18k Yellow Gold Size 5.5 Produced in several variations of stacking rings from 1970...
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1970s French Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Diamond Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Alhambra ring, rhodium plated 18K white gold, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS. 12 Round Brilliant Cut .48 cts 18k White Gold size 54
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2010s French Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Perle 18K White Gold 1.16ct Diamond 3-Row Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
The Van Cleef & Arpels Perle ring looks bold and delicate at once. It features a 6mm-thick white gold band lined with three rows of diamonds. The shank's edges are traced with a dain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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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